The latest of all of autumn’s ornamental garden glories are the berries – now exposed in their stark beauty by the bare stems naked of leaves, eager birds will find their fuel amongst the hedgerow plants. We are all familiar with the red berries of the holly plant but there are many other hues to play with when planting for a winter interest garden. Most berried plants tend to be deciduous, losing…
With the month that’s in it, it’s time to make the annual Halloween wreath – Using rosemary, golden oregano, lavender, bay leaves and some home grown garlic. Simply wire small bunches of hardy herbs, foliage and some garlic together, and then wire on to a 12’’ copper wreath base. Will come in handy for those moments when you need a sprig of rosemary for the roast, and I am hopeful it’s vampire defeating…
I sometimes imagine the rhythm of the garden like a big party – and with October here, and summer’s bounty now faded and fruited, it feels somewhat like the bulk of guests have left, the music has died down, and we have ended up in the kitchen, doing a quick clear up and enjoying the last of the evening’s energy… Put another way, it’s time to find some garden glories for the house…