1st April 2023
An idea worth sharing? I met Tim Smit. He was on the island as part of an Isle of Man Government initiative and to tell… Read More »1st April 2023
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26th March 2023
Is it still too early to sow seeds? It’s a beautiful sunny day and I can’t wait to get outside. Today I plan to be… Read More »26th March 2023
19th March 2023
Mother’s Day It’s Mother’s Day in the UK and to celebrate, we’re gathering for afternoon tea at the home of our eldest daughter. I set… Read More »19th March 2023
18th March 2023
Garden Club Today is our first Garden Club working day of the year. During the warmer months, we get together in each other’s gardens and… Read More »18th March 2023
12th March, 2023
Snow It snowed. The weatherman said it would and it did, covering the ammi majus and cornflowers in a thick, heavy layer. Planted out at… Read More »12th March, 2023
4th March 2023
It’s daffodil time! Spring is well and truly here and the daffodils, Narcissus Pseudonarcissus, are blooming in great swathes on the lawns of the Mansion… Read More »4th March 2023
Recycle your kitchen and garden waste and turn it into compost
28th January 2023 Organic matter re-energises the soil. One of the joys of gardening is recycling and making compost is a simple way to close… Read More »Recycle your kitchen and garden waste and turn it into compost
A visit to The Mallards Isle of Man
The Mallards Isle of Man is expected to become the Kew Gardens of this lovely island. A visit to The Mallards has been on my… Read More »A visit to The Mallards Isle of Man