German countryside

May 2014. Last week we were in Germany, in the area of Kassel.
The villages were Furstenwald, Ersten and Calden.

The weather was marvellous for Spring and we had a wonderful time with friends.

Reindeer

At the Tierpark in Sababurg we were invited to the opening of the new Elk lodge. It is made of enormous logs of wood and was very warm and solid.

In the park we also visited the reindeer which were very special. 

Elk Lodge 

back in action

It has been a long time. Feel inspired again. More plants, more food and a desire to learn huge amounts about Geraniums.
My garden became clogged with old plants and now I have taken many out, there is room for more creative fun.

The tomatoes germinated fantastically from fresh seed but now I have to over winter them.
Next spring they should bloom when the day length is correct. Or is it a temperature thing i.e. cold winter then warming into spring?

My cuttings are taking and now I have to find places to put them.

The geranium plan is developing but there is a long way to go.

The flowers in the garden are blooming, perhaps a final flush before winter.

26 March 2014

Wisteria

Iris after rain

Paintings of plants

I have decided to expand the types of pictures on this blog and include plant art and stories.

Yasmin painted this rose.

Zenda

Joachim

So here is the first art post.

Today 5 days after spring equinox, Azaleas, wisteria and cliveas are in bloom.
The native flowers of grevillea are spectacular.
It hasn't rained for a month.