Yearly Archives: 2012
Was 2012 a Washout ?
Not really ! I started preparing this post by looking through all my photos for this year and re-reading some of my posts. There seem to be so many photos of plants looking absolutely sodden and covered with raindrops, so … Continue reading
Frosty foliage for G.B.F.D.
One frosty morning, a few days ago, I made the most of the dry weather and photographed some foliage which looks so much better with a light dusting of frost, as though someone has passed by sprinkling icing sugar everywhere! … Continue reading
Frosty Wisley.
We had to make a sudden journey last week to the furthest SE corner of the UK , unfortunately to attend the funeral of an aunt who lived in Kent. Where she lived in Margate is right on the corner … Continue reading
Bath time for tulips!
During the 2nd World War, a baby was born. This was in the days pre central heating and pre plastic, when babies were bathed in a tin bath in front of the fire. Looking at it now, I can’t believe … Continue reading
Hanging in there.
During the month of November I have been so focused on all the lovely colours of the leaves around us, that the poor flowers have taken a back seat. At this time of year there are still some plants hanging … Continue reading
The last of foliage colour for GBFD.
I have to admit that last weekend, when we heard the weather forecast for this coming week, I thought I had better get out into the garden and photograph the leaves before they all blew away, just as well I … Continue reading
The Golden glow of November.
Yes, another tree post, I think November is the month for trees with their wonderful changing colours. Autumn has arrived later this year than usual in this SW corner of the UK, but it was well worth the wait. The … Continue reading
I’ve just got to hug my trees!
Sorry, but while sitting here doing nothing, I’ve had a long time to think about this subject. Just how many more trees are we supposed to lose in the UK before something is done so that we don’t lose any … Continue reading