Phew, just finished planting these tulips.

I ordered them a bit late and they’ve finally arrived.

So, I’m happy they’re in!

Happy gardening everyone.
Phew, just finished planting these tulips.
I ordered them a bit late and they’ve finally arrived.
So, I’m happy they’re in!
Happy gardening everyone.
Here in southern Australia, the days are getting shorter and colder. May is a great month for autumn colour but also for completing some key garden jobs before it gets too cold.
One such job is cleaning out the glasshouse. Which means taking every pot out! Luckily we have this handy deck just outside.
A bucket with soapy water and I’m ready to wash down the benches and the walls. It’s worth it.
Next, I hose down the concrete to get rid of all the bugs 🐜 in the corners.
I have to race against the dimming light and cold to bring these plants back in.
Job done ✅ Now I can sit and dream of more plants! Stay in your garden and breath – be safe and positive.
A certain beauty, in these times of uncertainty.
So much wonder and awe in our gardens – stay well friends and be botanical, always.
One of the simple pleasures is breakfast at our local coffee shop with good book in tow. This morning these beautiful spring flowers welcomed me at the table.
I am reading Kate Llewellyn’s A Fig at the Gate (Crows Nest, NSW: Allen and Unwin, 2014). Her reflections on gardening and life are wise and considered.
Now I ready for a day in the garden. How have you started your Saturday?
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crabandfish_garden for short reflections too. Happy weekend.
I love this time of year, when I can gather up these gorgeous white lilac panicles and display them in this vintage vase. For my mum whose funeral was this time last year – All Saints Day. To all our loved ones who remind us of the things we love.
Tulips sprinkled by spring rains – in our garden today 🌷🌷🌷
For all you gardeners and historians – Hluboka nad Vlatovou (Hluboka Chateau on the Vltava River) – grand gardens filled with hostas, roses, peonies and zinnias. So opulent and wonderful.
Some summer inspiration for you. Happy botanics and happy gardening. Love this sunshine.
These hot pink geraniums are putting on a show this summer.
My mum passed away last week when the jacarandas were in full bloom. We will miss you so much xxx
Sharing time together and the power of ritual, nature and love.