Rain may have stopped play, but I am pleased for the persistent downpours, the garden will welcome it and on this particular occasion I am not miffed by an enforced day off. It was a successful day in other, non-horticultural ways. Chores have been almost caught up with, big pans of butternut soup and ratatouilleContinue reading “Rain Stops Play”
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Light
From first til last the light was special. On occasion, whilst driving through the Devon countryside, I marvel at the strikingly vibrant hues as I whizz pass field and garden. Then, slightly disappointed, I remember that I have my sunglasses on and what I am seeing is just an enhancement of the truth. Today, sans shades, allContinue reading “Light”
Rhody Time
It’s rhody time again hip hip horray! In bud they are compressed sweetmeats, an intense whisper of what is to come. In bloom they are brash and brazen, shameless in their frippery. The rhododendrons are back in bloom and they are shouting loud. I, for one, am pleased to see them again.