Every summer I look forward to the few Agapanthus (A. praecox) that I have, flowering. I say “few”, because I struggle to grow these beau...

After an extremely cold and harsh winter, we seemed to skip spring and headed straight into above 30°C temperatures. My garden was absol...

A new season is unfolding . like a blossom . with petals curled tightly . concealing the beauty within. - Author Unknown Nasturtiums...

Every day, mystery and wonder are always there to greet me, one on either side  The end of summer always makes me nostalgic. Looking...

To me a lush carpet of pine needles or spongy grass is more welcome than the most luxurious Persian rug. ~ Helen Keller  I felt all...

::  This past summer I was SO blessed with having many beautiful birds nesting in my garden, especially at my pond. Near the water th...

Spring fever and summer madness happen on a smallholding over-night. The one minute you're still in the grip of ice cold frost and t...