peony

  • The Last Peony and the First Rose

    My front garden peony has finally bloomed!! Only one on this bush as well, but it is the first year. It smells warm and sweet and the petals feel like silk. My first rose is blooming as well and of… Continue reading

    The Last Peony and the First Rose
  • Pond Residents and Hanging Baskets

    It’s been the loveliest weekend, <<<Scotland won their world cup game>>> and I got lots of new flowers for the garden. 😍 I have so many pots and baskets that need filled and I got a banging start on it… Continue reading

    Pond Residents and Hanging Baskets
  • Very Early Signs of Spring

    Winter (and the news coming from the home…) has been pretty dreary lately and it feels like Spring is never going to arrive. Occasionally I scour the garden for any little signs of the coming season for a selfish bright… Continue reading

    Very Early Signs of Spring
  • Bulbs Planted at Last!

    Finally happened! It’s been fairly cold the past week while Rachel was visiting and we’ve been plenty busy exploring some new places around Scotland! It was fab and exciting, so I might do a little travel post of that eventually.… Continue reading

    Bulbs Planted at Last!