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Author Archives: princessprattles
21/52: boxing lessons for cats
As anyone with cats would know, show them a cardboard box and they will invariably climb into it. Perhaps it’s a return to the womb experience for them, being all cuddly and enclosed? Or just another way to look absolutely … Continue reading
20/52: mothers’ day memorial garden
Although generally I am pretty good at grammar, I’m never sure whether to put the apostrophe before or after the “s” for this particular day, as it depends if you are talking singular or plural: Mother’s Day if you are … Continue reading
19/52: signs of autumn
My three beautiful weeping japanese maples, Inaba shidare, continue to delight every autumn, with their vibrant burgundy tones. They seem to all be at various stages of colour-changing, though unfortunately the photos do not do them justice. Moving around the garden, … Continue reading
Posted in Garden, Photography
Tagged 52 weeks, autumn leaves, fuchsia, inaba Shidare, marigold photo, nandina, nerine, weeping Japanese maple
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18/52: pumpkin project bears fruit
Some time ago I did a little artificial insemination to ensure fertilisation of a female pumpkin flower. I am delighted to show you the fine result of my interference: Ta-daa! Unfortunately, some of the pumpkin eggs I tried to … Continue reading
17/52: no arch enemies here
As with serial planting, a recurring theme or two can help unify your landscaping and decorating into a complete unit. My fondness for arches is evident in my garden. Starting with the front door and welcome sign, through to the … Continue reading
Posted in Garden, Photography
Tagged 52 weeks, arches, Asparagus Fern, garden ideas, garden photography, rose arbour
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16/52: present purr-sonalities: shadow
Having recently featured Zorro in his own special post, today it is Shadow’s turn. A black cat, with a little dash of white, at fourteen he is now flecked with grey, taking after his human “dad”. His voice is higher-pitched … Continue reading
15/52: japanese windflowers
A lovely sight to behold down the laundry side of the house in autumn are the japanese windflowers Anemone x hybrida. They have beautiful foliage, which remains attractive for months, but it is when they flower they really come into … Continue reading
14/52: rocks in my head
While some people may think this is a metaphorical truth, in reality I speak of my planning process. Some days I work quite hard in the garden, and at times I wander around just looking, thinking and planning. Many ideas … Continue reading
13/52: a trip down memory lane
Having moved into our house 28 years ago this month, I realise we have come a long way from a “shell on a paddock” to a comfortable home on a lovingly landscaped block. As I sit at the laptop I … Continue reading
Posted in Garden, House and garden, husbands
Tagged 52 weeks, conifers, garden photography, my garden, weeping Japanese maple
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12/52: present purr-sonalities: zorro
Our current cats, whilst not pedigreed, are very special to us. At fourteen years old, Shadow and Zorro continue to give us lots of happiness, and occasional mischief. Today I am going to feature our black and white boy, Zorro. … Continue reading
