Some days toddle along, nothing particularly notable happens, nothing even close to news worthy occurs. Most days actually. Don’t get me wrong, no complaints here. I am quite happy with my meandering life. When I get home and recount my days in minutae my OH often nods off “was that one of Gill’s interesting stories?”Continue reading “An Interesting Story”
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Return
I’ve been away for a few days. And very nice it was too. However, it is hard to leave your garden in the midst of the growing season, drought or no drought. Actually I’m not sure anyone has officially said the “D” word yet, but it won’t be long, mark my words. The day beforeContinue reading “Return”
Nothing New Here
Helenium, bee. Bee, helenium. Same old, same old.
United Nations
My favourite journey to work is the half hour’s drive to The Mantle’s estate on the edge of Exmoor. The outward trip is always full of photo temptations, especially once the main route is left behind and I have ventured onto B roads, lanes and unmade track. If I am in good time, dependent onContinue reading “United Nations”
Six on Saturday – Birthday Girl
Saturday 14th July. Now that date rings a bell. Something or other is going on. Don’t tell me, it is on the tip of my tongue. Oh yes, Six on Saturday. That wonderful meme hosted by the indomitable Mr Prop. But there is a niggle that I might have forgotten another important event. Silly me,Continue reading “Six on Saturday – Birthday Girl”
Flaunt
A few drops of rain yesterday. I was hopeful for a reprieve, but ultimately it was inconsequential in the scheme of things. A pathetic effort. No need to shelter or to wish waterproofs were at hand. This trollius is a moisture lover. It should be in a complete sulk. At the moment it doesn’t seemContinue reading “Flaunt”
Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Ayesha’
This afternoon I had a short break from jack-hammering/mattocking/dynamiting the ground to extract couch grass, brambles and ivy. Wandering around the garden I came across what I think might be Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Ayesha’. This shrub had been squashed between closely planted trees and was therefore reaching for the sky, the only way was up. JustContinue reading “Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Ayesha’”
Thai Basil ‘Siam Queen’
I have been strong until now. But today, I must confess, I succumbed to that most unforgivable of outbursts. In my defence I was living it and it was hurting. Anyone would weaken under the circumstances, crumble like a rich tea in a hot cup of tea. All was fine until mid afternoon, atContinue reading “Thai Basil ‘Siam Queen’”
Gaillardia ‘Aristata Tokajer’ – Blanketflower
Until recently I wasn’t a gaillardia fan. It was nothing personal, they just didn’t rock my world. Bit nondescript. Non-committal, that was me. Take them or leave them. Did someone mention an American daisy often used in bedding schemes? Sorry I nodded off, don’t bother repeating yourself. Their merits had never been discussed with myContinue reading “Gaillardia ‘Aristata Tokajer’ – Blanketflower”
Six on Saturday – Ruthless
Beware, I am in a ruthless mood today. Inhabitants of the garden that have not been performing to my exacting standards have been extradited to the green bin. Oleander that has never flowered, promised once but was only joking – Out! Dead stick thing that has been in extensive care for so long the labelContinue reading “Six on Saturday – Ruthless”
Off The Edge Gardening 