We all need sparks of relief from the dull days of Winter.
I have a large collection of orchids. This is one of my favourites. It flowered for most of the Summer and has just come into bloom again.
Love its framework in Winter.
that I find in the garden.
that the Sparrow Hawk is hunting in the garden.
The dragon looks shocked :)
Picked from the garden yesterday.
Found amongst leaf litter. The gall is attached to the leaf.
Tiny fungus growing amongst moss. Mini habitat.
Watching rabbits from a distance.
Mahonia, just coming into bloom.
All those that have lost their lives in wars past and present.
Trees are a fabulous addition to any space.
Do you have a favourite tree in your garden?
Rosa rugosa. Love this colour combination.
Storms, high winds and heavy rain.
Brought in from the cold.
Acers, beautiful Acers. The colours of Autumn.
Golden carpets. The gardener is happy to enjoy this moment. Clearing leaves is not on her mind.
Roses are in abundance.
Astonishingly beautiful.
I have never known a year like it.
The incredibly mild October has suited them.
What a bonus for the gardener.
gold on blue
and sleeping solitary bees waiting for Spring.
Empty nests
and hibernating hedgehogs.
Jewel wasps that will never see another Summer.
Late flowering Asters
and lone bumble bees.
Faded flowers
and ruby red leaves.
Beautiful days.
Hope you are in touch with the outside world and enjoying each and every moment. I am.
Early morning Muse.....I like the white daffs and red tulips together.
An old favourite Angelique and a new one for me tres chic. Ballerina and Blue parrot have also been purchased. I am thinking ahead. Well us gardeners do, don't we :)
Autumn baskets are planted with heather, ivy and viola. A pretty combination, me thinks.
My wonderful neighbour delivered a large trailer of well rotted horse manure, so beds and borders have all been top dressed ready for Winter.
Another dear friend gave me 36 foxglove. All planted and looking good.
And we have grapes, they taste delicious. Not enough for wine though :)
Dahlia's are still flowering their little socks off. I cannot remember a year when they have been so good.
This section of garden is my favourite. I make sure I pass this area every day. Rotting apples, that familiar scent that Autumn offers. It takes me back to so many places I have enjoyed in a lifetime.
Loving Autumn....how about you??
