On the shelf
When I had a balcony I was tempted by shelves as a way as cramming more plants in, but I couldn’t quite figure what to do with them. But I … Read more
When I had a balcony I was tempted by shelves as a way as cramming more plants in, but I couldn’t quite figure what to do with them. But I … Read more
When I first went to East Ruston a few years ago I was amazed by its flamboyant spring pots – and they were looking just as exuberant this time around, … Read more
My friend Naomi is one of the keenest gardeners I know. She gardens for a living, has two allotments and has also set up a street growing scheme in her … Read more
I’ve featured this garden before – I wish I was taller so I could see over its high wall. It’s stuffed with trees, climbers and some amazing pots, which I … Read more
As any Buddhist will tell you, everything passes and nothing lasts forever. It’s an idea I’m more than willing to embrace when I’m faced with something I don’t like – … Read more
Since I swapped an overpriced and overcrowded commute for a walk through Regent’s Park every morning, my life has improved no end. Not only do I finally ‘get’ dogs – … Read more
I couldn’t really do it justice in this pic, but this romantic-looking arch is smothered in pink Clematis montana. It leads to a church and I think it looks distinctly … Read more
This was my first ‘drive-by’ shot for this blog – I hopped out of the car, took a couple of pics, jumped back in and sped off. Which must have … Read more