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”
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Summer Treasures and Tomato Chutney
Although Summer is still in full swing there are signs that the garden is winding down. Leaves are falling from the fruit trees and pears and apples are giving up their treasure. Blackberries shine out where the brambles have sneaked in here and there. Glowing autumn colours lighten up the garden now. Rudbeckias are favouritesContinue reading “Summer Treasures and Tomato Chutney”
The Summer Garden and a Simple Meal
Past the midpoint of the year and whizzing by. Much to enjoy in the garden though with beautiful flowers and delicious summer vegetables. My early crop of peas are over and I need to resow as soon as possible. That sweet tenderness is a special treat I want to repeat. Beans are taking over now.Continue reading “The Summer Garden and a Simple Meal”
The Merry Month of May
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”
Fresh Veg and Easter Treats
Easter time and the garden is bursting with life. Something new to enjoy every day. The plum blossom was beautiful but falling now. The pears are smothered in lovely cream petals. The view of the pear tree nearest the house is fabulous when we look through the landing window The crab apple has deep pinkContinue reading “Fresh Veg and Easter Treats”
Variable Weather and Coffee Cream Roulade
Autumn is in full swing and Winter fast approaching. Since my last post, here in the UK, we’ve had all sorts of weather: snow, rain, wind, frost, sun and even a rainbow. The garden is looking brown and drab now. I have to snatch precious glimpses of colour wherever they spring up. Along the sideContinue reading “Variable Weather and Coffee Cream Roulade”
Christmas Cake and Creativity
Misty mornings but still relatively warm for November here in south Cheshire. Leaves are littering the drive and paths but the Beech tree is still a blaze of gold and orange. The big Acer is almost bare now but has been a glorious sight and the leaves gathering on the ground look so pleasing. TheContinue reading “Christmas Cake and Creativity”
Living a contented creative life. 