All things gardening!

Looking out at the garden, one might think… ‘Oh how dull, oh how boring!’ But…

Take a walk around and it’s a whole different ball game! It’s very interesting! 

For instance, I was quite shocked to see these Osteospernum plants, above, so full of bud! I did chop them back a few weeks ago. We’ve had a warm autumn and these are in a fairly sheltered spot and so I guess that they love the ideal conditions.

Similarly, having chopped back this Campanula, it’s decided to flower again.

I’m also fascinated by the dried heads of these Hydrangeas and how the colours differ, even on the same plant.

And what can I say about our Tree Fern?! We were so lucky to inherit this one. We usually protect it in the winter, even though we don’t get very harsh winters. It too, is in a very sheltered spot.

Meanwhile, in the greenhouse, my Lavender plug plants are doing well…note to self …’Do not over water!’

Brunnera leaves are some of my favourite leaves! These are HUGE! 

And below…we were recently given a present… this lovely, weatherproof pot to attach to either a wall, fence or trellis. Isn’t  it pretty? 

A splash of red berries is always a welcome sight in the garden at this time of year…

 

Meanwhile…we ventured out today, not too far but just enough to ease myself gently into ‘going out mode!’ Longcombe Nursery:

There were some lovely Cotoneaster plants on offer…and so much more! 

A beautiful Hebe was still in full bloom; there was still so much colour all over the place as well as some recent planting for colour to come next year…

And not forgetting plenty of colour in the polytunnel.

This stunning Gazania caught my eye…

It was certainly a pleasure to wander around.

That’s it for now! Meanwhile…