It really feels like summer when the first peonies arrive. They’re soft & gentle, with masses of layers of petals, & they seem to grow bigger & more voluptuous as they open. This variety is Sarah Bernhardt – highly recommended for lasting well & for it’s beautiful, soft pink shade. Remember, we can supply with… Continue reading Peonies
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send flowers in London
Lupins were featued a lot in The Chelsea Flower Show TV footage. It’s a flower I’ve always loved & grown in my garden. They come in all my favourite shades of pinks & purples, & grow high in early summer, with the stocks & aquilegia. I love the way these lupins are growing, & find… Continue reading send flowers in London
Edible flowers
This morning was filled with gorgeous sunshine between showers, & the varying shades of green of the trees looked amazing, with the cream & white flowers of the hawthorn, horse chestnuts & the elder. I’ll take a closer look at the elderflowers this weekend, & see when they’ll be ready for picking, to make a… Continue reading Edible flowers
Chelsea Flower Show
I watched the setting up of t The Chelsea Flower Show on TV the other night. The concept of transplanting a whole garden temporarily is quite scary. Some plants are so fragile, & the gardeners are wholly dependent upon the landscapers to provide a good base for the planting. Huge lorries bring large trees to… Continue reading Chelsea Flower Show