From Ditch Lilies to Showstoppers: Growing Daylilies in North Carolina
Our loyal Weekend Gardener listener and friend Steve is the pot master of the universe when it comes to daylilies (Hemerocallis). You may have heard them referred to as “ditch lilies. These perennials originated in China. I must say though, they just love the climate here in North Carolina. There are over 60-thousand varieties with lots of colors from pale yellow to pink to lavender to maroon. They are extremely popular in North Carolina and there are active daylily clubs all over the state including Raleigh. Our friend Steve’s club meets at the Ralston Arboretum. Once upon a time Rufus entered a daylily from his landscape in the club’s marvelous show and won a blue ribbon. You would have thought he had been handed the Nobel prize.… Continue Reading
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Slim!
Slim is a 3-year-old hound with a heart full of love and a serious talent for lounging. If there’s a couch or bed nearby, that’s where you’ll find him—especially if you’re on it too. He loves to snuggle and be close, making him the perfect cozy companion. While he’s calm and relaxed indoors, Slim really…… Continue Reading
Kevin Talks to Mike Love of the Beach Boys!
Kevin Talks to Mike Love of The Beach Boys! | RSS.com… Continue Reading
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Cavatappi!
Meet Cavatappi! She’s just like the pasta — a little twisty, delightfully fancy, and 100% comforting. With her luxurious black fluff and elegant style, she may look like a queen (and, well, she kind of is), but she’s also playful, sweet, and full of love. She needs a little extra time to adjust to new…… Continue Reading
KIX Kitties and K9s: Meet Scully!
Meet Scully. If you ask what breed mix she is, we honestly don’t have an answer for you (other than a smart kind). Whatever it is, those teefers are always on display. She’s a little bit over two years old and weighs around 40 pounds. Scully knows tons of tricks and commands. Things like “sit”,…… Continue Reading