Author Archives: Earthy Homemaker

Garden Changes, Beauty and Beans

February already! There’s an old rhyme which, I think, says, “February brings the rain, then it brings the snow again”. We’ve certainly had the rain. I hope it doesn’t bring the snow! On a better day I tidied one of the tunnels. There were some tiny carrots which were too small to use, so IContinue reading “Garden Changes, Beauty and Beans”

Frosted Beauty, Baking and Contemplation

Winter may stretch ahead but there are welcome signs of renewal to lift my spirits in the garden. The weather has brought us snow, frost, storms and rain but it’s all forgiven when the sun shines. A few frosty days decorated leaves in a pleasing way and brought beauty to a frozen scene. When theContinue reading “Frosted Beauty, Baking and Contemplation”

A Fresh New Start

A new month, a new year! Happy New Year everyone. The festivities are over and time for a reassessment, New Year resolutions and looking ahead. Snow has fallen and covered the garden in a pure white blanket. A timely reminder that Winter has begun. Although the garden is mostly dormant there are some lovely plantsContinue reading “A Fresh New Start”

Fading Beauty and Christmas Preparations

Almost Christmas and much to do. While the garden is sleeping I have time to prepare for the festive season. In between activities I wander around the damp garden for a breath of fresh air and to seek out glimpses of end of year beauty. Although the flowers have faded there are lovely leaves, mossContinue reading “Fading Beauty and Christmas Preparations”

Seasonal Pursuits

November is rushing by and thoughts of Christmas are uppermost. The weather has changed to seasonal cold with frosty mornings. Although this has finished off some of the plants there are highlights here and there. The winter Jasmine is flowering with its cheerful little blossoms. It’s a vigorous plant and needs cutting back every coupleContinue reading “Seasonal Pursuits”

Garden Treasures and Green Tomato Chutney

November is an intriguing month. The beauty of Autumn all around us but the hint of Winter about to arrive at any time. So far, here in my part of the UK, it’s been very mild and damp. It’s been very much like Spring with the temperatures, light levels and absence of frost. The resultContinue reading “Garden Treasures and Green Tomato Chutney”

Seasonal Pleasures, Cakes and Soup

October ending; November beginning. Autumn truly underway. Leaves are falling like coloured rain and swirling around in the chilly wind. Drifted piles lie in scented heaps where hedgehogs sleep and insects hide away until Spring warms the earth again. In the garden I’m finding changes day by day. Leaves of such beauty are either clingingContinue reading “Seasonal Pleasures, Cakes and Soup”

Mellow Colours, Bright Berries and Teapots.

October is a time of gently pleasant decay. Leaves are turning to mellow golds or burning oranges while berries blaze with glowing colours. The garden is winding down yet full of sights and scents to please me. The marigolds have curled seeds which promise more beauty next summer and the Rudbeckias have almost black conesContinue reading “Mellow Colours, Bright Berries and Teapots.”

Autumn Tints, Jam and a Painting

Late September. A bit of a nip in the air and a slight scent of Autumn. The fruit trees have yielded their delicious treasure and are now preparing to rest. The garden is winding down and so am I. Not everything goes to plan when you’re a gardener. In August I always sow my SpringContinue reading “Autumn Tints, Jam and a Painting”