Sunday, December 2, 2012

My Sidewalk

Yesterday I showed two photos of my street.  That was pretty revealing for a guy who is so protective of anonymity on this blog that he only shows his first name and the top of his head.

Today I lift more of the curtain.  Kind of.



Over the past decade, I have spent a lot of time away from Hartford.  Weeds and invasive vines took advantage of the neglect to hijack the shrub border on one side of my property.  So, this fall I hired a landscaper to rip it all out, plant a neat hedge of hydrangeas, and then repair the rest with sod and mulch.  I think it looks great.  Next steps:  a Japanese maple tree and a picket fence.

If this works out as planned, you might see the blooming hedge next August.
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24 comments:

  1. MoDecember 2, 2012 at 5:50 AM

    ooh are we near your house then

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  2. AndyDecember 2, 2012 at 5:57 AM

    The photo gives me no indication of your location:-) It should be great next year when the hydrangeas bloom.

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  3. LowellDecember 2, 2012 at 6:18 AM

    What surprises me most is the lack of a white, picket fence. I didn't think you could build on your street without one! Sheesh!

    Good luck with the shrubbery. And don't forget to hedge your bets!

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  4. jennyfrecklesDecember 2, 2012 at 6:22 AM

    It certainly looks neat. I like hydrangeas so I look forward to seeing the blooming hedge!

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  5. MalyssDecember 2, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    All will be perfect at blooming time, dear Elusive M. Jack! :o)

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  6. Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.comDecember 2, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    Your local fan base in Hartford might be walking around in search of that hedge. And they might then take a photo, of your house.

    You have revealed a lot. A photo of the of your head and the fact that you are 6'5". If not for your photo, few people would see the top of your head.

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  7. PerthDailyPhotoDecember 2, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    Oh yes a Japanese Maple would look fantastic with the hydrangea hedge Jack, look forward to seeing it.

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  8. VPDecember 2, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    I agree with your next steps...

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  9. Sylvia KDecember 2, 2012 at 10:54 AM

    I love hydrangeas and can't wait to see pics of yours come spring!! And a Japanese Maple!! Perfect!! Have a great week, Jack!

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  10. SharonDecember 2, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    When those hydrangeas are blooming, that will be spectacular. Sounds like a very nice project.

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  11. Luis GomezDecember 2, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    Very nice Jack.

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  12. GardenbugDecember 2, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    My Limelight Hydrangeas are scattered about the property, not a hedge... but they do delight us! Yours will too!

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  13. RedPatDecember 2, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    Hydrangeas sound like a perfect choice. And a picket fence! Wow! Looking forward to the pics next year.

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  14. Lois EvensenDecember 2, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Very nice! :)

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  15. BirdmanDecember 2, 2012 at 5:33 PM

    You might as well use my paperbag... revelations???

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  16. RandyDecember 2, 2012 at 9:05 PM

    I can see it now!

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  17. MichelleDecember 2, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    Lovely. I do hope to see the blooming hedge. Japanese Maples are a favorite of mine.

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  18. imajoebobDecember 2, 2012 at 11:36 PM

    I don't think Dave in Costa Rica has to worry. The locals already know the street, and if there's one thing we're good at - perhaps to a fault, is respecting your neighbor's privacy. Though I keep an eye out for Jack whilst walking the dogs in the park.

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  19. Taken For GrantedDecember 3, 2012 at 12:21 AM

    Best of luck with your hydrangea hedge. We have several in front of our house and they are the best plants our there.

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  20. LindaDecember 3, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Really nice, Jack.

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  21. cieldequimperDecember 3, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    It'll be gorgeous! Oh and now I know exactly where you live! :-)

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  22. HalcyonDecember 3, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    I really hope it does work out! I love hydrangeas, but I've never had much luck with them myself. I'll just enjoy yours instead. :)

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  23. LOLfromPasaDecember 3, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    Good on you for saving your back and hiring someone else to do the hard work. It will be lovely!

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  24. SRQDecember 6, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    You're out of control, Jack, dispensing information about yourself! Pace yourself. I'm looking forward to seeing the picket fence.

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