The Martha s Vineyard Times
Garden Notes: Conjunctions, fruit trees, and summer
And some thoughts on controlling lilac borers.
Hybrid hardy hibiscus. Susan Safford
Why do you suppose there is so much trash appearing recently along Island roadsides? Just asking. Respect our Island home!
A taste of winter provided by the large storm system overflying the region on Thursday eliminated hopes for a white Christmas, with wind, rain, and sleet dissolving the beautiful effects. The mainland was not so lucky; although the hope is that the winter storm slowed coronavirus’ spread everywhere.
‘Great’ Conjunction
Because this article is due early, I only mention as prospect, not fact, that many Islanders will be able to view the ‘Great’ Saturn-Jupiter conjunction on Dec. 21. The timing, coinciding with the winter solstice, is happy and special. The celestial event should be awe-inspiring if the weather cooperates; at the moment, the forecast looks favorable.