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Tag Archives: bluebells
The pink bluebell
One of the ladies in my Knit and Natter group sent a photo of the bluebells in some nearby woods, which, unlike the woods we discovered last weekend, I was already aware of. I hadn’t however realised they had bluebells! … Continue reading
Another use for the plastic liner
Having decided that the plastic liner I acquired for the pond is no good for this purpose, all is not lost. When I made the raised bed at the back of the garden, I was concerned about the soil rotting … Continue reading
Posted in forest garden, Gardening, Make do and mend
Tagged bluebells, chillies, raised beds
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Another project – a slightly raised bed
You might wonder why I’ve embarked on another project when the pond is as yet waiting upon completion. Well, this new project ties into the whole because I need to do something with the soil mountain which has piled up … Continue reading
Native bluebells?
This morning, whilst picking nettles for soup and cordial in a lane (bridleway) just by my house, I noticed some bluebells. My first thought was one of dismay, that Spanish bluebells were everywhere. However, I’m not so sure they are … Continue reading
Couch grass
We seem to have had a reprieve from the most recent bout of rainy weather, so I decided it was time to get the spade out and make more space in the garden by getting rid of various unwanted vegetation. … Continue reading
The first honey bee sighting
Twenty-one degrees and sunny today. Sadly, very little of that could be enjoyed outside. After work and piano and voting in the local elections, however, the forum for my local community had a special vote for how we want our … Continue reading
Ivy and other unwanted growth
The ivy featured in the photo above came with the fir tree as a moving in present from a friend. It was therefore a little hard letting it go – but needs must. Whilst the ivy was in a … Continue reading
Awash with purple
Having got over the upset last night when the screen on my mobile cracked, I have been able to appreciate the flowers in the back garden which are out in force at the moment. The colour might be a little … Continue reading
Posted in Gardening, In the kitchen, Permaculture, Social, Wildlife
Tagged bluebells, bumblebees, chives, phacelia
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Bluebells
Yesterday evening, when I walked in my front door I was surprised by the lovely floral smell. What could be the reason for this, I wondered, having completely forgotten that my daughter had picked some of the bluebells from the … Continue reading