It was too cold for gardening, which led to a working day sitting by the fire and drinking coffee. I spent my time visualising each garden in my care, making notes of everything I would like to achieve for my clients. New borders, large-scale sculptural willow projects, renovation projects, new vegetable and soft fruit beds, to name but a few. I read through mounds of seed catalogues and horticultural journals, noting must have plants and seeds. I like productive days, this definitely was one.
This image is from Geoff’s garden on Tuesday. Snowdrops emerging through a leaf mulch. I loved the way the bulb tips had pierced the foliage.
Birds land by the stem and branch full at home, bringing my garden to life . From my lounge window, on a wet or frozen day, or any other day come to think of it, it is a truly great space to look out onto, and take winter images.
I will continue mulching from the edges whilst standing on boards and finish all necessary deciduous winter pruning; as long as it is niether below freezing, or chucking down.
Happy new year, and when the weather is right for you happy gardening .
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Sally Wicks 