There is a quiet magic that settles over the garden when autumn takes hold. As the hectic growth of summer fades, a richer, slower beauty steps into the spotlight—one painted in deep amber, fiery crimson, and brilliant gold. With the morning air turning crisp and the low sun casting a warm glow across the borders,… Continue reading A Photographic Tour of My Autumn Garden
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Crossing the Irish Sea: Meeting the Legendary John Lord at Ratoath Garden Centre
For years, my gardening routine has included a vital ritual: sitting down with a cup of tea and watching the latest video from John Lord's Secret Garden YouTube Channel. John’s no-nonsense, energetic advice has given me the confidence to create my own garden. He has an incredible knack for stripping away the snobbery of horticulture,… Continue reading Crossing the Irish Sea: Meeting the Legendary John Lord at Ratoath Garden Centre
The October Shift: An Autumn Garden Look
A few photos of the garden as September turns to October. Where does the time go? The no-dig border below was created fairly recently and was extended back in spring to make it wider and longer. It gets a lot of sun, and considering how intense summer was this year, I think it has fared… Continue reading The October Shift: An Autumn Garden Look
Hello World!
Hello and welcome! I’m a UK-based gardener with a large, particularly wide plot to work with. When I first started working on the garden back in 2022, it was essentially just a vast expanse of lawn with a few mature fruit trees. Since then, my main goal over the seasons has been to bring in… Continue reading Hello World!
