Drifts of May blossom petals scatter over the paving, the scent lingering in the air and the satin flowered Welsh poppies are lit with a golden glow, filling the garden with welcome colour. So much to enjoy in the month of May. My Clematis montana “Elizabeth” scrambles right to the top of the fruit treesContinue reading “The Merry Month of May”
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Petals, Perfume and Painting
April ending and the merry month of May to enjoy. The garden and countryside are bursting with new life. The grass verges are golden with dandelions and new leaves are clothing the bare trees. So much is happening in the garden, it’s hard to keep up. The tomato plants have been growing but nights haveContinue reading “Petals, Perfume and Painting”
Bouquets, Repairs and Seed Sowing
We’re past the Vernal Equinox now so days should be a bit longer than nights. Good news for everyone and especially gardeners. April is usually a lovely month with warm Spring days, a few showers to keep the flowers blooming and fresh green leaves bursting out everywhere. We celebrated our Diamond Wedding Anniversary and theContinue reading “Bouquets, Repairs and Seed Sowing”
Garden Treasures and Jam Surprises
February holds more promise for longer days and lovely flowers. By the middle of the month there will be noticeable changes in the garden. Snowdrops, crocuses and hellebores will offer welcome colour and signs that Spring is just ahead. Many of my snowdrops are already nodding their dainty petals and the hellebores are unfolding theirContinue reading “Garden Treasures and Jam Surprises”
Autumn Treasures and Christmas Planning
The year is flying by. November already. Here in the UK we celebrate on November 5th with fireworks and bonfires but on the 11th day we remember those who gave their lives in wartime. The field poppy is the emblem we wear to show that we still care. It’s also my birthday month so itContinue reading “Autumn Treasures and Christmas Planning”
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