Crocus bulbs multiply if they survive. Squirrels don't like certain
varieties, they must smell different. When we plant new bulbs we cover
the area with chicken wire for the winter, then uncover in spring. Just
took the "hardware cloth " off the pond, hoping the Blue Heron won't
show up.
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John Hermanson | CPS, Inc.
21 South Ln., Huntington NY 11743
631-424-2121 | www.zuiko.com
Olympus OM Service since 1977
Gallery: www.zuiko.com/album/index.html
Jim Nichols wrote:
> Thanks, John. We have only one or two bulbs left after many years. We
> suspect the hungry squirrels dined on the bulbs.
>
> Jim Nichols
> Tullahoma, TN USA
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "John Hermanson" <omtech1@xxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: "Olympus Camera Discussion" <olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Wednesday, March 11, 2009 8:05 AM
> Subject: Re: [OM] Sign of Spring
>
>
>> We love the crocus! Nice picture, but many people are not moved by
>> flowers any more. 24 years ago, I planted purple crocus bulbs at the
>> edge of our lawn next to the front steps. They came up a week ago. A
>> few dots of color to mark the end of winter.
>> ___________________________________
>> John Hermanson | CPS, Inc.
>> 21 South Ln., Huntington NY 11743
>> 631-424-2121 | www.zuiko.com
>> Olympus OM Service since 1977
>> Gallery: www.zuiko.com/album/index.html
>>
>>
>> Jim Nichols wrote:
>>> This photo, not made with my Olympus gear, received a cool reception on
>>> another list. I still like it. Please give me your opinion.
>>>
>>> http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/Crocus+2.jpg.html
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>>
>>> Jim Nichols
>>> Tullahoma, TN USA
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