An Englishman's Garden Adventures
Unlike the culinary sages (Salvia officinalis) with their grey or purple evergreen foliage, the hardy perennial sages (Salvia nemorosa and … read more
In the damp, grey days of February and March, I have had plenty of brightness outside my kitchen door.
Alpine plants weave togethercreating miniature landscapes fit for fairy-folk Mid May This series of photos was taken at dusk between … read more
A good coherent planting plan arises out of careful considerations that take into account multiple factors In my last post … read more
This is a new part of my garden which has replaced the vegetable beds that used to be here with … read more
This little bed is about 8ft wide and 5ft deep. It sits below a window next to my desk at … read more
The planting below takes up approximately one square metre (ten square feet) of space. It is just one part of … read more
There is something particularly classy about white flowers when they grow in isolation from other colours, especially when set off by … read more
I chose these bulbs for their fairly monochrome hues which suit the colour scheme of our house. The narcissi are … read more
The snowdrops have been showing for more than a week, but today – (Feb 17th) – the watery sunshine is … read more
