Super Mario Bros
For a few months in spring and summer, Super Mario Bros (or the Caledonian Road Garden Centre as it’s actually called) opens up on a busy corner of the Caledonian … Read more
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A view, a brew and a loo
When we arrived at the gate of Caerynwch near Dolgellau, I was worried. The nice man who took our money told us a bit about the gardens, mentioned that some … Read more
Stephen is alive!
I don’t generally go to Huw’s holiday cottage in Wales if there’s an ‘r’ in the month as the weather can be somewhat inclement at the best of times and … Read more
Caught in the act II
In the course of doing this blog I’ve noticed that whenever I take pics of someone’s garden, there’s a pretty high chance that the owner will be around. Just as … Read more
Greenhouse
This greenhouse/conservatory at East Ruston Old Vicarage is home to pelargoniums, a climbing pink rose and an armchair. Heaven.
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
Tulip mania
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
Naomi’s garden
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