We have had quite a mixed summer this year. First it did not rain for many weeks and that while it was warm the result was that naturally the soil became very dry, but just as we were getting worried about this and that the government decided to put a ban on hosepipe use, it started to rain and we have not looked back since. In fact we did get rather more rain than necessary. The nice thing about this is that it felt today as if we are living in the tropics, so humid and warm and the garden so very overgrown, quite splendid.
Cabbage flowers
Our fern
Young marrows
While having lunch on the patio there is a nice view over the garden and it is good to just sit back and take in what’s growing, and to delight in all the different colours and the wealth of scented herbs. Vegetables are growing, beans are being produced, and we are waiting for the hydrangeas to start flowering. Times are full of expectations, and reflections too.
During the afternoon I found the cool air in the garden conducive to looking over my notes. I’m doing the second part of ‘Fundamentals of Plant biology’ course and am finding it absolutely fascinating, if a little challenging too! Keep the old brain working 🙂
So the solstice came and went and we are enjoying midsummer weather, it is all good, and life is feeling a little more like normal again. At least I hope it is for everyone else too.
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