The ferns ire really getting going now. 

Tadpole Haiku

Today tadpoles irrupted

Into the dark pond.

As hungry goldfish circled.

Dog DIY

Cora was a big help with the Pergola!

Frond Cutting

This is the time when I cut back all the tatty fronds from the evegreen ferns and expose the tight russet crown rich with promise for the coming year. Seriously, I do find the unpacking of the fronds each spring to be one of the most awe-inspiring aspects of the garden (or indeed countryside).

Initial View Revisited (1)

Is this an improvement from the same view in January?

Crozier Unfurling

This is a marvellous time of year for ferns with the croziers unfurling majestically in the Spring sunshine.

Perennial Splitting

I've done bit more on the splitting and replanting perennials front this year.