A time of optimism
There is a softening underfoot, a warmth in the air and dare I say that feeling of spring abounds! It’s true we’ve been fooled before; a lovely gentle week in […]
timely tips
All about bulbs
Well we’ve been on a roller coaster with the weather over the past few weeks. The Indian summer lasted beautifully through the end of September and with the arrival of […]
are you spring?
I do so love a snowdrop! One of the very first signs that the depths of winter are behind us. Their delicate hanging flowers suspended from a tiny stem piercing […]
Glorious autumn days
What a lovely October we’ve had and what a start to November, bright blue skies and sunny afternoons, gorgeous leaf colour developing every day. With the change in time and ever […]
a chilly start to May
This morning while sitting at my desk I admired the dexterity of a blue tit flitting from branch to branch on my roses enjoying a delicious breakfast of tiny green […]
at long last spring
At long last spring has arrived. Once the time changes it really is all systems go for those of us who love to garden. That extra hour of daylight from […]
kale and other seeds
There has been a tremendous increase in kale over the past few years. It has been identified as a “superfood” and no wonder with its high fibre structure and high […]
the last days of winter – snowdrops
More snow has fallen in my garden this winter than I’ve seen for many years. The undulating forms of hidden pots and containers are a most beautiful sight but I […]