Alternativeeden
We are creating an exotic garden in the UK. Follow us on our travels fidning that perfect exotic look and vibe to the garden!
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Alternative Eden
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Exotic Garden Blog - Alternative Eden.
We are creating an exotic garden in the UK. Follow us on our travels fidning that perfect exotic look and vibe to the garden!
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Succulents in a Woodland Garden
Succulents are usually associated with dry, open, and sunny locations. Or at least in arid gardens and gravel borders (or containers) sited in a sunny spot... Read more
Posted on 22 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
The Invisible Deadline
The fibreglassing of the new pond won't be done now till early September. The person who will be doing it has a backlog of other related jobs to do first... Read more
Posted on 19 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Heather and Conifer
Someone asked me recently if I had bought any plants at the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show last month and I replied I had bought only a few, including a heather... Read more
Posted on 17 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Without the Gardener...
Nature will always find it's own way to take control. A plant that is only borderline hardy for a particular location will perish without the gardener giving... Read more
Posted on 13 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
A Morning at Bobs Pond
The Koi club we are members of had a get together this morning at Bobs pond. Bob is local to us and has offered advice and tips during our build. Read more
Posted on 12 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Tunnel Vision
Broussonetia papyriferaNow that things are moving so quick again with the pond project I find myself putting nearly all of my attention, physical, and mental... Read more
Posted on 10 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Twinkles Tuesday
Our youngest Cat, Twinkles is just over a year old and always full of energy. She loves helping us on the pond, although perhaps her definition of the word... Read more
Posted on 07 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
The Big Pond Project - Part 3
Its been a while since I last collated where we are up to with our Koi Pond Project and quite a lot has happened. So I thought it was about time for another... Read more
Posted on 02 August 2012 HOME, HOME IMPROVEMENT -
Fabulous Foliage
Whilst we do have color and flowers in our garden we are very much foliage fans, the combination of leaf shapes sizes and colours are what gives the garden its... Read more
Posted on 01 August 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Higher at Lower Kenneggy Nurseries
Our frequent trips to Cornwall are never complete without a visit to the Lower Keneggy Nurseries. For us, and for every plant lover for that matter, it is an... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Sultry,Sunny, and Summery
Sultry, Sunny, Summery - three words that perfectly sums up the feeling at the moment now that summer has finally descended upon us. Read more
Posted on 24 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Not Another Plant Fair!!
Oh no, another plant fair?? Oh yes!!I did mention on my previous post that last weekend was a free weekend but this plant fair last Sunday was etched on our... Read more
Posted on 20 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Nice Weather for Ducks
All the ducks are swimming in the waterFal de ral de ral doFal de ral de ral do.....Why on earth do you keep singing that this weekend? I've been asked. Is it... Read more
Posted on 18 July 2012 GARDENING -
A Look Back at 2012 RHS Hampton Court Flower Show
We had such a fantastic, action packed time last Saturday at the recently concluded RHS Hampton Court Flower Show, so much so that it took us almost all Sunday... Read more
Posted on 10 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
The Big Joke
is finally over now that the remaining four water companies that have kept the hose pipe ban for much longer have finally lifted it. The joke wasn't about the... Read more
Posted on 09 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
It is July... Honest
The breakfast host on our local radio station the other day started the show by saying what a lovely autumnal morning it was, great for September... Read more
Posted on 07 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Bright and White
Never underestimate how long it takes to think things through, especially if it's something you're not used to doing on a regular basis. And yes I was reminded... Read more
Posted on 02 July 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2012: Preview
Last Sunday was predicted to be another deluge of a day (surprise, surprise) with the Saturday being the better of the two so decided to do all our weekend... Read more
Posted on 25 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
Cottesbrooke Gardeners' Fair 2012
That time of the year has arrived once again for the wonderful Cottesbrooke Gardeners' Fair which is one of the biggest plant fairs in the country, and up... Read more
Posted on 24 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME -
The Garden in June
With the nice warm evening I spent some time having a walk round the garden. Sun and damp soil does lead to an explosion in growth!Schefflera aff. Read more
Posted on 20 June 2012 DESTINATIONS, GARDENING, HOME