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ADVICE

I’M OBSESSED WITH THIS

Having recently started working one day a week in Aldeburgh I came across this amazing plant that self-seeds and is apparently a coastal regular. Its common name is Tall Flat Sedge.

Here’s the RHS description: Cyperus eragrostis

Pale Galingale

A tufted, rhizomatous perennial sedge to 90cm, with stout, winged stems. Long, grass-like leaves radiate out from the tops of the stems. In summer it produces spherical clusters of tiny green flowers. More tolerant of drier conditions than other Cyperus species

Given we seem to be in a constant stage of drought I’d love to plop some of this in among a dry, coastal border to pop its head up above its’ companions.

HELPERS

BIG NOSE

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!

HELPERS

THIS NONSENSE

She’s fast, incredibly fast. She’s a dab paw at nicking things. So much so I have just bought a gardening apron to circumvent her efforts. She likes a cuddle, but also likes jumping over things and sitting on overwintering lavender so it messes with the shape I’ve cut it to. She is quite the best little girl there is.