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Delightful Scent Reminiscent: C. goulimyi has 4-inch-high globular flowers of pale to deep purple and according to bulb broker Ken McClure, was introduced to gardens by C. N. Goulimis, who found it growing wild in southern Greece in 1954. It only succeeds in Zone 9, where soils never freeze, but is included in this plan to tempt the palate of a southern gardener.
C. Kotschyanus is a pale rose-lilac, and is originally from the mountains of southern Turkey. It reaches 4 inches in height and blooms in late September and October. It is hardy from Zone 5 south.
C. laevigatus 'Fontenayi' is the latest blooming autumn crocus, choosing to flower in December. The leaves emerge with the blossoms. Color is lavender feathered with purple, and the flowers exude a delightful scent reminiscent of freesias. Height is 2 1/2 inches and corms are hardy from Zone 6 south. If you are in an area where winters are early but not too cold, try this plant in a sheltered spot.
A baby skunk makes a playful, affectionate, and responsive pet. It remains so even as an adult. Its scent glands may be left intact, as it does not use this defense upon those it knows. However if a kitten is to become a house pet, no doubt it will be given some freedom in the yard. This may expose it to stray dogs or some other frightening factor; hence it is advisable to have the scent glands removed.
A scented garden has its own obvious pleasures, and despite the cries that scent is being lost by modern flower breeders there are many different types of flowers that can be used effectively in this way. The heady scent of wallflowers Erysimum, the lovely mignonette and, of course, night-scented stock are all excellent choices. There are many more that can be appreciated from spring to winter, and they include the white Nicotiana (tobacco plant) and many forms of lilac, lavender, lily-of-the-valley, honeysuckle, viburnum, sweet peas, and jasmine. |
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