On a personal level, it is hard to be a gardener in this weather. Relentless watering whilst attempting to be frugal with supplies, relentless rehydrating of not only plants but self. Skulking in the shadows as much as possible, worrying about which plants will survive and if precious ones will succumb. Wondering exactly what constitutesContinue reading “Six on Saturday – Here we go again”
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Six on Saturday – Bedraggled
Well, that has been an interesting week. I’ve worked in waterproofs and t-shirts. I’ve fretted about kamikaze mothers. I’ve relished the sun on my back and cursed the relentless drizzle. I’ve planted bulbs, bulbs, bulbs. I’ve collected seeds, seeds, seeds. I’ve got through, which some weeks is enough. And I hope you all have too.Continue reading “Six on Saturday – Bedraggled”
Six on Saturday – Annual Report
On today’s SoS I thought I’d tackle the sometimes contentious issue of annuals. There are some who believe them to be unworthy of the grown-up garden, these fleeting fly by nights are surely only for small children and the unimaginative. Clients can seem a little disappointed when told that a particular plant won’t return theContinue reading “Six on Saturday – Annual Report”
Featuring: Mr and Mrs Bun
Here is one of my favourite corners of Mr and Mrs Bun’s garden and this photo was taken in August 2016. The steps lead down towards Garden Room, bypassing the top section of the garden. The soil here is typical builder’s residue. This detritus is so prevalent these days that I think the powers thatContinue reading “Featuring: Mr and Mrs Bun”
Off The Edge Gardening 