3: Gardening Diaries ...

[Perki]

I not sure Alp but a don't think david austin breed floribunda roses. DA breed mainly shrub roses - ramblers - climbers

 

[alp]

Nice simple little seasonal dinner that taste fab
Whole chicken spatchcocked - cut the back bone out with sharp scissors push down so it’s flattish make a butter mix with rosemary,thyme , lemon and garlic fill the cavities and under skin leave for an hour or so
Roast for 40 mins
Crispy pots and garden veg
Finish veg with basil ,parsley and mint

I will definitely try that as I have all the herbs. Thank you, @Leeski ! Stored in notepad on my desktop!

 

[alp]

I not sure Alp but a don't think david austin breed floribunda roses. DA breed mainly shrub roses - ramblers - climbers

Are there any good climbers please? When they say bush, do you think you could get me a pic please? I have got 2 bushes! I hope they will do well. £2 each! Thank you for the info. What was it that you bought please? I'd love to rub it in your face if I could get one for £10! Wicked I am! LOL!

They don't sell that well though. It's like 3 or 4 weeks after reduction before they were cleared.

 

[Perki]

What do you a pic of alp ? I seen some DA rose in the reduced section before, most are covered in black spot. I have 4 DA roses - Mary rose ( old variety got it cheap ) - Golden celebration ( prone to black spot - large / highly scented flowers bought last autumn ) - Lady of Shallot bought this year and Generous Gardener climber high scent really nice.

 

[Perki]

Some pictures of Dove Cottage

Had a pit stop on the way home

 

[Perki]

Some pictures from home today.
I would high recommended trailing petunia seeds from Dobies red / whitey lilac colours they have been excellent. The purple velvet I got off ebay still nice but not as vigorous

Agastache Black adder fighting back against the helenium.

Rudbeckia really sulked in this dry weather, its tiny compared to last year.

 

[Mark56]

Glad you had a wonderful time Alp!

Very impressive indeed Perki, what is the name of the Dahlia in the 4th photo? The single pink with the dark foliage

 

[Perki]

Glad you had a wonderful time Alp!

Very impressive indeed Perki, what is the name of the Dahlia in the 4th photo? The single pink with the dark foliage

Dahlia Fascination first year growing it, its very vigorous even after a cat snapped most of it off at the base. All the dahlia are leaning now due to the winds from weekend before

 

[Upsy Daisy]

Wow !! @Perki......stunningly colourful blooms!!!! Your garden must look amazing.
Lovely pics of Dove Cottage too.

Thanks, yes I'm migraine free now, thank goodness

 

[Logan]

Morning all
@Perki lovely flowers and @Upsy Daisy glad that you feel better.

 

[Upsy Daisy]

Morning !!
Not looking forward to today, my Dad had his dog put down yesterday so going over to be with him and clear up the reminders. So sad when, in later life ,they become your companion and not just the family pet. He is 93 and has never lived without a dog by his side but he knows that he can never have another one as he is too frail now

 

[alp]

What do you a pic of alp ? I seen some DA rose in the reduced section before, most are covered in black spot. I have 4 DA roses - Mary rose ( old variety got it cheap ) - Golden celebration ( prone to black spot - large / highly scented flowers bought last autumn ) - Lady of Shallot bought this year and Generous Gardener climber high scent really nice.

Hehe! Must be cheaper that what I can get. I will let you know the result. I remember Lady of Shallot. Thank heavens that we can google on the spot. Thank you, Perki!

 

[Logan]

Morning !!
Not looking forward to today, my Dad had his dog put down yesterday so going over to be with him and clear up the reminders. So sad when, in later life ,they become your companion and not just the family pet. He is 93 and has never lived without a dog by his side but he knows that he can never have another one as he is too frail now

I'm so sorry and sad about your dad's dog. Was it the heat or old age or something else. My thoughts are with you and your dad.

 

[alp]

Some pictures of Dove Cottage

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Had a pit stop on the way home
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What is the altitude, Perki? 1400 feet was our record in Shap and Cumbria areas. Gues what? I think your planting is better than these. Nice to see others' ideas though. I have to say the planting scheme of Hyde Hall is the best. They had a lovely colour palette for each area divided by a hedge. Haven't been to Wisley for a long time, so can't say.

 

[alp]

@Perki See! I only saw your home grown after my post. They are fantastic. You should charge for admission this month and sell some of your plants. Go on, I will you!