I will be around in between Christmas and New Year if anyone has any questions. The weather has not been kind this year so let’s hope for more balance.
The good news is that Wisteria has been the standout plant as it just doesn’t seem to care if it’s hot, dry, wet or cold.
I had to follow Beth Chatto on Facebook to get a glimpse of her Shade Garden Diary which I have just ordered. The way she thinks about her garden and talks to her gardener reminds me of how slowly spaces expand and change
With the help of Sam, the new privet hedge is on it’s way so the ground has to be prepared. A membrane is ready to go down to keep away the weeds from the roots and a seeper system to water it when it gets dry.
Still in it’s infancy, this PlantBox Living Wall from Growing Revolution has the makings of such a productive and beautiful addition to this sunny corner in Suffolk..
All the troughs are eco-friendly, stackable and have a nifty watering system that shows you when the water is getting low. Also, that way the plants learn to put out roots to find the water as it comes from the bottom., keeping the soil wet but not water-logged, which can easily happen when you water from the top.
I mostly used herbs from my favourite supplier Herbal Haven where the range is simply amazing. They arrive in recyclable holders that cut down for bringing on seedlings, or still in the recycling. I then added some chives at the top for a pink topper and some ferns for structure. There’s still a little room for cut-and-come-again lettuce or some sedge, which I dearly wanted to plant, but couldn’t source in time.
I love the colours that start in April and run through to early June as the purples, blues and yellows are some of the most generous of the year. With the Irises taking over from the Alliums, this is the time when you aren’t battling the lack of water but just get to enjoy the abundance.
Such a good natured little girl who learned how to get cuddles very quickly. Working in people’s gardens with their pets is genuinely one of the highlights of my job.
Requires a quick little cuddle every half hour and often does not get out of bed until he is good and ready. Never hesitates to sit EXACTLY where you are trying to work but otherwise A VERY GOOD BOY!
Designer-Gardener
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
Cookie
Duration
Description
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional
11 months
The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance
11 months
This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy
11 months
The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.