Foxgloves in the garden

I suspect that foxgloves (Digitalis) are taken for granted by many gardeners, and are even considered to be a nuisance by some.  We tend to think of them as plants for shady places and woodlands, and do not appreciate their lovely upright form, beautiful flowers and...

Herb Talk

I gave a talk on growing culinary herbs today to a group of nine ladies. As an ex teacher it was really nice to be ‘back in the saddle’. The money raised will go to two local charities, Claire House Hospice and Clatterbridge Cancer Research. Most of those who came...

Primulas and Polyanthus

The primulas are lovely this year. They are in bloom later than usual here, but I think that is quite nice as I am noticing them more than usual as I tend to stay indoors more in the cold March weather which is when they are usually in bloom. I grew some of our native...