Re: Alister Stella Gray
By the way, your english is fine, and lovely to "listen" to. I only ocasionally
try to post messages in another language. And I do love hearing your
"opinions".
I was intrigued by your description of Caesalpinia sepiaria which you grew
from seed. Have you any idea where I might obtain some seed? The thorns for me
would be and added advantage, rather than a problem. Flowers and thorns too, a
perfect combination.
Alessandra Vinciguerra wrote:
> Talking about plants that bloom only once but are unforgettable, did I ever
> mention the Caesalpinia sepiaria I grow on yet another parapet? We raised it
> from seeds and planted it in open ground some 5 years ago. After having
> smothered its parapet, Caesalpinia assaulted an ancient wall 6 mt high,
> reached its top and clustered with its flowers the wrought iron balaustrade
> of the above balcony. Last year it started to climb a very old Quercus ilex
> nearby, and it has now reached the top, some 12 m. above the soil. When the
> canary yellow , erect panicles of flowers emerge against the dark foliage of
> the oak, it is really a wonderful sight. The only drawback are the powerful
> thorns, that recommend the plant for hedging against intruders or animals,
> but make it very unpopular with gardeners and casual passers by.
