We opened our garden for the annual Hospice gardens scheme once again today. A beautifully sunny day, which has resulted in a white "halo" on my chest where my necklace sat, protecting me from the sun which was shining down with some enthusiasm!
Once again, our hearts were warmed by the positive comments from folk who visited. We had felt it wasn't "up to scratch" this year, what with the heat, no rain, and both of us feeling a bit overwhelmed by all that needed to be done beforehand; there were too many bare patches of earth, things planted have not thrived, and fewer things have been planted that we planned. One of my failings is being seduced by tempting pots in garden centres which then languish as I ponder where to put them! However, the day dawned, folk were kind, and we have reached the end of it having welcomed over 100 people and had some delightful conversations along the way.
So, just a few pics for you to enjoy a little of what they saw, while we sit down and contemplate the pleasure of sharing this space
You can see why I got a little bit pink!
As I was crouching above the pond to look across the garden I sensed a delicate fluttering and heard a tiny high pitched peep. If you look very closely at centre left, below the peak of the pond cover, you'll see a little goldcrest just about to land on the top level of the waterfall to take a few sips of water
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To paraphrase Christopher Lloyd, if you are out in the garden enough, the birds will take no more notice of you than if you were a sheep or a cow.
I have looked long, as I can imagine your guests did, at each stone and flower around the pond. The heron is definitely the exclamation point of this lovely garden. And, yes, I did spot your little goldcrest.
ReplyDeleteThe goldcrest was a real delight, I think we may have a pair nesting in the garden as I have seen and heard them more in the past couple of years, but to have one so close was very special.
DeleteWhat a delightful garden. I am sure your visitors went away with their souls soothed!
ReplyDeleteThank you Rachel, we love it, but always worry that it's a bit too "casual" for inspection. It was good to see people sitting in it and soaking up the atmosphere, so we must be getting something right!
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