When we moved into our house last September there was a giant cactus in the front garden. As you're reading the words “giant cactus” I suspect you’re imagining a large cactus in a pot. Maybe a couple of feet tall. Nope, what I’m talking about is a giant cactus, growing straight out of the ground. … Continue reading Garden moodboard: May
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Lusting after sheds
One of the things that appealed to us hugely when we bought our new house was the size of the garden. Countryside dwellers and non-UK readers, look away now (or at least keep your derisive snort of laughter quiet enough so I can't hear it...) For our garden is a whopping 60ft long. Sure, it's … Continue reading Lusting after sheds
Planting the seed…
If you’ve read, oooh, pretty much any other article on this blog, it’ll come as no surprise to hear I’m a lazy gardener. Every Wednesday in my horticulture course we learn about all the right ways to help a plant grow: how to provide the right soil conditions, the right nutrients, the best levels of … Continue reading Planting the seed…
Gone gardening
I'm off out today, for the whole day on my own. The very first time since I had the little sproglet back in July last year. And I'm not just on any day out, but starting the first day of a new course: the RHS horticulture certificate (level 2). Which is a slightly confusing title … Continue reading Gone gardening
Wolves in London 