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A Summer of Heat, Drought & Garden Survival
When the Garden Had to Wait If you’ve wondered where I’ve been, there’s a very simple answer: the weather. This summer in the UK has been unbelievably hot, dry and, at times, incredibly frustrating. We’ve gone through what feels like… Continue reading
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A Weekend in Somerset: Finally Learning from Charles Dowding in Person
Some weekends stay with you forever. Last weekend, my family and I travelled to Somerset to spend the day with Charles Dowding, learning more about his famous no dig gardening method. It was a Christmas present from my husband, and… Continue reading
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The Art of Looking Closer: Inspiration from My Garden
As artists, we’re often asked where our inspiration comes from. People imagine dramatic landscapes, faraway places, or extraordinary moments. But for me, inspiration is much closer to home. It begins the moment I step into my garden. Over the years,… Continue reading
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Finding Peace Among Flowers and Vegetables
There is something comforting about stepping into my garden. Whether it’s the colourful flower border bursting with blooms or a vegetable patch quietly producing fresh food, the garden has a remarkable way of slowing me down and reminding me of… Continue reading
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From Garden to Kitchen Table: Arranging Seasonal Flowers
In a world that often feels rushed, gathering flowers directly from the garden encourages me to slow down, appreciate the changing seasons, and bring a little beauty indoors. On this day, I wandered through my English rose garden, selecting flowers… Continue reading
