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, alliums, and hostas. This is great news as the surrounding plants provide support for its oversized flower heads. These resemble soft tissue paper in the palest of pinks and create a stunning addition to this early summer display. I couldn’t have planned it better myself!
I promised to update you with my painting progress and I’m pleased to report that the arbour is now complete. I am thrilled. I really do have an awesome arbour! I should explain that it is…
The terracotta planters that I filled with bulbs in the autumn provide a colourful display in our Easter garden. Tubs overflowing with narcissi provide a cheerful greeting as we step outside the back door.Combined with…
Hidden within the confines of a stunning walled garden between Ham and Richmond, Petersham Nurseries is well worth seeking out. Whether you want to shop, dine, or just glean inspiration, this nursery is a far…
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…
I have a love/hate relationship with my garden and I think this is probably true of most people who work full-time and can only spend time in the garden at the weekend. Today is the first full…
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…