Author Archives: Strinsesexplores

The first week of March has brought some sunny days but old and frosty nights so caution is needed in the garden. The soil is not yet warm enough to sow any seeds. But still there is plenty to do. Firstly, a good clear out and cleaning for the greenhouse in preparation for trays ofContinue reading “March and the arrival of spring”

A cold but dry winter’s day is a great time to warm up in the garden with some tidying up and redesigning some parts of the garden. My first project was revamping the old herb garden. Positioned in wrong part of the garden. Far too shady and damp for a herb garden. Leaving the rhubarb,Continue reading “February – a time to prepare for spring and summer”

In the depths of winter when the days are short, little sunshine and frosty temperatures there are still signs of new life emerging and the promise of spring. Mahonia charity showing bright yellow tops add some welcome brightness to the hedgerow The last few berries on the holly A little colour from the phormium jester,Continue reading “Winter time”

Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken. — Oscar Wilde. This blog exhibits the excitement of creating and maintaining a small semi rural garden. Slightly overgrown and neglected in places. Throughout the year the garden evolves reflecting nature’s challenges.

This is an example post, originally published as part of Blogging University. Enroll in one of our ten programs, and start your blog right. You’re going to publish a post today. Don’t worry about how your blog looks. Don’t worry if you haven’t given it a name yet, or you’re feeling overwhelmed. Just click theContinue reading “Introduce Yourself (Example Post)”