Six Of The Best; Sun Shelters
It looks as though fine weather is on its way again at last. With that in mind here I have selected my Six of The Best; Sun Shelters. The first on my list is this…
How Does Your Garden Grow?
How does your garden grow? When is it at its best? My garden is definitely at its best in May. I’ve created a sea of purply blues which are a haven for bees and early…
Star Shaped Flowers
Springtime has arrived in the garden big time over these past few days. The bees are buzzing around the blue and purple garden where the alliums are at their best. As these plants are so…
Seeds Of Optimism
It strikes me that gardeners are an optimistic bunch. We plant seeds and bulbs with an air of expectation not knowing what the coming weeks or months will bring. We presume that as we sow…
Ornamental Poppy
This ornamental poppy has literally just put in an appearance in my herbaceous border. Self-seeded from a plant on the far side of the garden this healthy specimen has found a home amongst the lupins,…
Spring Has Sprung
Despite the frosty mornings and overcast April days spring has sprung in my garden. This past weekend I reaped the benefits of my end of year planting as the very first tulips started to unfurl….
Happy Dahlias
You may recall that earlier this year I attended a Dahlia talk at Crocus at Dorney Court Kitchen Garden. Presented by Val Bourne the lecture was both educational and inspiring. Since being a small child,…
Albury Produce Show 2018
Albury Produce Show 2018 SHOW DAY 2018 – Saturday 21 July 2-5pm For the second year running Langdon-Hyde Design will have a stall at the Albury Produce Show.Specialising in hand-painted furniture, scatter cushions, and flag…
Gazebo Makeover
Now that summer is in full swing I decided it was time for a gazebo makeover. Having endured the Beast from the East, heavy snowfall, and howling gales, the gazebo’s canopy was looking a little…