A couple of years ago, I visited the garden at Clinton Lodge. Clinton Lodge It is a beautiful garden and if you are able, I would recommend that you pay it a visit, Clinton Lodge especially as there is also a brilliant pub, The Griffin, in the same village. (I ought to be on commission). … Continue reading Help Needed. Apply Within.
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Priory Picture Post # 10
The only marigold that I grow. Because she's worth it.
The Priory Beast
During the spring and summer of 2009, I was kept company at the Priory by a family of mallard ducks. I work alone (had I mentioned that?) so any company is very welcome. Whilst the drake quickly disappeared, the duck would lead her brood of 14 (!) ducklings across the lawns, from one pond to … Continue reading The Priory Beast
Hog In The Hedge
I haven't seen a hedgehog for several years. So, when I saw one today (in broad daylight), I ran for my camera - which luckily had the telephoto lens attached. I was able to grab a few shots without getting too close and scaring the poor dear. I didn't want her (she was so pretty, … Continue reading Hog In The Hedge
A Walk About The Priory
All that heat and all that rain has allowed the grass to romp away. It has been growing so quickly that ideally I should've been mowing it twice a week. Some rain But that simply isn't possible given my time constraints (and indeed my energy constraints). It does mean though that when I do mow … Continue reading A Walk About The Priory
Priory Picture Post # 9
Mini-Me Meadows
South of the river and north of the house, there is a big expanse of grass and flowers and life that I like to walk around at least twice a day. It's a nice place to be. But this isn't the only area of grass that is left to grow at this time of year. … Continue reading Mini-Me Meadows
The Anxious Gardener 