I'm away visiting family at the moment, so I've not had much time to write blog posts, but here's a few photo's from my sister's garden.
There are actually three squirrels that visit the garden regularly.
The top quality birdseed might have something to do with it!
Both my sister and I haven't got a clue as to what the above plant is called, but if you know then please put us out of our misery and let us know in the comments below.
The orchid is on it's second flowering.
It obviously likes the kitchen windowsill.
Here's the beautiful pink ballerina ... the fuchsia.
And finally the bluebells.
Don't you just love spring?
Muffin's certainly enjoying her holiday... she's even had a brief holiday romance with Dexter!
But she's sworn me to secrecy.
And tomorrow there's to be a new puppy introduced to the family.
No doubt there'll be photo's soon.
Welcome 'Woody'
I'm also linking up with Mersad over at Through my lens
Have a wonderful weekend and I hope to be back again soon.
The flower photos are beautiful but I do always like a good squirrel photo. Such elusive creatures.
ReplyDeleteThanks Tim, my sister doesn't agree on the elusive bit as she has three that are virtually eating every ounce of birdseed she puts out in her feeders.
DeleteAll these photos are fab ... but I particulaly like the orchids, as they are my favourite flower. Looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI love orchids too Molly, I'm always surprised by how delicate they look, but how robust they actually are!
DeleteYour sister must know a thing or two about gardening. It looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYes she certainly does Fiona,
DeleteHer garden is stunning and there's a large pond too. Hours of dedication have certainly paid off.
Gorgeous photos! I love the pic of the cheeky squirrel.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah,
DeleteI was pleased to capture this little dude although my sister isn't too enamoured with him. He's greedy!
Hi Neesie, some lovely photos.I have no idea what that interesting looking plant could be. We had a big pink fuchsia bush in the garden when I was growing up and the flowers were often picked and played with as ballerinas, such pretty flowers.
ReplyDeleteI hope Woody settles into his new home nicely and doesn't create any havoc!
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Thanks Debbie for your kind comment. I'm still no nearer to finding out the name of that plant, but I hope it will be happy here in my plot and I can keep researching it.
DeleteWoody is my nephew and his partners dog and he is being well looked after. They've wanted a dog for as long as I can remember so I'm happy that Woody arrived. He's settled in really well. Hours of fun ahead!
Beautiful garden, lovely photos.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah, I'll pass on the compliments to my sister.
DeleteQuite a few hours are spent on it's upkeep, but it is a beautiful garden. Good therapy too. I love visiting it!
Your sister's garden is simply wonderful, my adorable Denise, I'm sure Muffin agrees with me !
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your Sunday and your week ahead, my lovely,
sending my dearest love to you
Dany
Thank you Dany, I'll pass on your comment to my sister. She spends quite a bit of time out there, but it's nice to get the rewards for all the hard work. You're right Muffin loves to visit too.
DeleteHave a great Sunday and week ahead too.
What a glorious garden, full of colour and life
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up
Although it is hard work and takes up quite a lot of time... the results are worth it. My sister like me loves to get outdoors and potter. Thanks for hosting once again.
DeleteA breathtaking garden...so peaceful
ReplyDeleteI love to visit there and yes it is wonderful to not have to do anything to it... just sit and appreciate all my sister's hard work!
DeleteOh my goodness her garden is gorgeous. Those bluebells are so lovely and Muffin looks very relaxed there!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it just. My sister very kindly let me take some cuttings for my own garden. You're right Muffin does love to visit and settles in with ease.
Deleteshe has a lovely garden, so lush and beautiful, a new member to the family, now thats exciting!
ReplyDeleteThanks Laurie, yes it's a beautiful garden. It's a good job my sister likes to be outdoors because it takes up quite a bit of time... but then looking at it... it's all worth it!
DeleteWoody is my nephews new dog and he's wanted a dog for most of his life. Woody is gorgeous and so cute. He's settled into his new home very well.
Gorgeous (orchids never do well with me). Sorry can't help with the unknown plant. Hope the introduction goes well tomorrow Denise!
ReplyDeleteWell what if I told you that that particular orchid now has twenty+ flowers on it Shaz! It's going crazy!
DeleteBeautiful flowers! Enjoy your holiday!
ReplyDeleteAren't they just Debra,
DeleteI had a great time but it's all over now. I need to plan another.
Beautiful flowers!
ReplyDeleteWoody? Yours or your sisters?
Thanks Rita,
DeleteThey are beautiful flowers and so many different varieties. It was hard choosing which to feature.
Woody is my nephews puppy. He moved into his own place this year with his partner and she agreed that he could have a dog. He's wanted one all of his life so I'm really happy he's finally managed it. Woody will have a wonderful life full of love and adventures.
Wonderful garden and flower photos. I want your dog!!
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Well you can't have her Sandy... I'd fight tooth and nail for her!
Deletelove fuchsias :) they have such gorgeous colours
ReplyDeleteI was going to say they are one of my favourite plants Jennifer, but then I realise I say that about almost every plant. I guess I love them all.
DeleteBeautiful garden and flowers, thanks for sharing! This is my favourite time of year!
ReplyDeleteWell it would normally be mine too Christine, but we are on our third day of fog and rain, so I'm not so sure anymore!
DeleteLooks like green fingers run in the family, what a wonderful garden. I can't wait to see photos of Woody! Have a lovely break.
ReplyDeleteWren x
I may well have caught them off my sister as she's five years older than me. It certainly helps when you're unsure about a plant or what to do about something... she's there to help. I think my Grandmother's love of the garden must have rubbed off on us because my parents weren't great gardeners.
DeleteI've always had a soft spot for fuchsias and you've captured the detail so beautifully. She like you has a wonderful garden!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jane, we both love to get outdoors and have a potter, but obviously sometimes it turns into more than a potter. All very rewarding though.
DeleteHer garden is so lush and even that cheeky squirell thinks so I think! #mysundayphoto
ReplyDeleteWe have had quite a warmish winter and I think it's made a difference in the garden plants. I'm not impressed with the wet, cold fog that we're having at the moment though!
DeleteI look forward to seeing Dexures and Muffins pups soon! Hope you have a wonderful week.
ReplyDeleteOoh I don't think they'll be pups Margaret, although that might have been a good idea years ago. Muffy is getting on a little for pups. She's on her way to her 13th birthday in December.
DeletePlant you don't know is Pulsatilla Vulgaris, after flowering. Flowering looks like on my photos:
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I'm a little confused Sasa because this plant doesn't come to flower and these are what remains... these are the actual flowers!
DeleteAfter this stage they then go to wispy white seeds (a little like a dandelion seed head) and then they are blown away to reseed.
Fabulous garden!
ReplyDeleteAre those the Clematis flowers after finishing blooming?
Enjoy your visit...
Cheers!
Linda :o)
Well they certainly do look similar to the Clematis flower Linda, but I have a Clematis quite near and they are different.
DeleteIt's a mystery, but I'll keep researching it until I find out. My sister was given some of them free, so we don't have a label or any details.
Gorgeous photos Neesie. Lovely flowers and such a cute pup. Xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Sherry, the flowers are pretty spectacular aren't they... as to Woody... he's just a gorgeous wee toot!
DeleteOh my goodness, I don't know what's more stunning, your photography or her garden! Wow! I hope you're having a lovely break with your sister.
ReplyDeleteNat.x
Wow well thank you Natalie, but I suppose the model has to be stunning to get good photos. I love to visit my sister, but I'm back home now. Maybe we should reorganise another visit soon.
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