A decent frost this Winter has been as rare as hens' teeth! From last November well into this January we have had wind and rain sweep, almost daily, across the garden. So the recent cold snap with below zero temperatures has been a change for the better. Welcome back Jack Frost!The garden needs the scouring effect of frost to rid it of mould and blight. But on a clear, glistening morning the garden does look lovely and bejewelled. The monochromatic feel of the garden on such mornings is hugely atmospheric and creates a beautiful composition.
We have been busy dividing and moving plants to ensure that the beds and borders do not become crowded with more dominant plants. The Achilleas are just such an example and Achillea 'Mondpagode' and Achillea 'Cerise Queen' both appear to have spread and become congested in some areas of the main herbaceous bed. But this is good news for we can divide and create new plants at no cost, replanting them in parts of the garden that can accommodate these lovely plants. That's what I call a good return on an investment.
