Friday, July 30, 2021

WINTER COLOUR

A few flowers out in the garden at present in spite of the storms we have had.

Not much colour in these but we should have some snap peas before too long.



Several Cinerarias looking colourful





Below is an Abutilon, difficult to get a photo.  I like the colour


Are these yellow red hot pokers or yellow hot pokers? 


a creeping Rosemary 



The Lachenalias always provide a colourful show at this time of year.  They are actually more vibrant than the photo shows.

nearby is the Flame Vine or  Pyrostegia which is getting past its best



There are still a few Roses 


A small begonia

We have been thrilled with this new to us Sunflower. Although it is looking a bit battered after the storms there are more buds coming on and the bees and butterflies love it.





We have had some quite cold mornings, 8° C and the new insulation has made the house a lot warmer.

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    1. Nearly white hot... I must look for a red one.

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  2. Such beautiful colours. A joy to see, especially for you in midwinter

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    1. Yes I looked out at all the colour and thought we were pretty lucky for winter.

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  3. My roses are still growing through Winter mind you it is quiet mild here.

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    1. We have cut some back but still have a few flowers.

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  4. Nice to see so much winter colour. I never manage much apart from a few pansies that usually survive till the first daffodils make their appearance.

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    1. We are lucky as we rarely have a frost. Pansies are always cheerful.

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  5. A lovely array of colour!
    We noticed a big difference when this house was wrapped in insulation.

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    1. This morning we didn't need to light the fire as it was quite warm and I was surprised when I went outside at how cold it really was.

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