A very old box – 2021/42
on 23rd October 2021
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Those leaves which do change colour are starting to take on their autumnal hues. The light has changed as well as the sun is lower in the sky.
Heath and Robinson – 2021/41
on 16th October 2021
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The Red Admiral butterfly is one of our endemic species, but here it flies all year round. On sunny days in January they can be found flying and feeding on Ivy, just as they are at the moment.
Doors closing…. – 2021/38
on 25th September 2021
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Autumn is upon us. It is a time of year when there are often really nice sunsets.
On being a plant whisperer – 2021/37
on 18th September 2021
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I have planted a large number of plants which attract butterflies and other insects. Here a Large Brown Fritillary is feeding on a Lantana camara.
A Foul Madame at breakfast time – 2021/36
on 11th September 2021
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Passion flowers catch the first sunbeams of the day. They will only stay open for 6 to 8 hours though.
Don’t overthink things! – 2021/35
on 4th September 2021
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Autumn is here in this part of the world. The days noticeably shorten as we head to the autumn equinox and every living thing begins their preparations for winter.
What’s in a name? – 2021/29
on 24th July 2021
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The Golden Oriole, one of our brightly coloured summer migrants have left for their winter home. It is always a sign of the advancing seasons when our summer visitors start to depart.
And the good news is…. – 2021/27
on 10th July 2021
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An early morning saunter along the lanes and tracks around my home is, at this time of year, one of the best experiences you can have. It is cool, there is usually a light breeze and the sun is warm, but not yet hot.
Two steps back – 2021/23
on 12th June 2021
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Some plants appear without fail every year, others take a little coaxing. But that is all the fun of horticulture.
Wait for us, wait for us! – 2021/22
on 5th June 2021
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Summer is when the non-native species come into flower. Most native plants have already set seed and are going dormant