“Any one who thinks gardening begins in the Spring and ends in the Fall, is missing the best part of the whole year: for gardening begins in January with the dream.” ~ Josephine Nusse I love Winter colours and this shrub looking amazing; it’s the beginning of the dream!  As January come to an end, […]

“January is the quietest month in the garden… But just because it looks quiet doesn’t mean that nothing is happening.” ~ Rosalie Muller Wright Branches stark, yet baring such striking berries at the same time.   I love when Nature says, “Look at me!” Frances ☺️ xXx

“Green is the prime colour of the world and that from which its loveliness arises.” ~Pedro Calderon de la Barca  And it’s not just evergreens showing their loveliness! This mild spell is confusing nature; look at this new growth. I don’t think it will be a White Christmas here this year. Only 8 sleeps to […]

“The winter is kind and leaves red berries on the boughs for hungry sparrows.” ~John Geddes   Another beautiful winter’s day with blue skies. Love days like this…enjoy your weekend, Frances ❤️