Tuesday 29 March 2011

CATKINS






It is finally warming up out there and we can confidently sow seed outside. I have peas and broad beans shooting up already (don’t forget to support them with pea sticks or netting)  Some are in rows, others in blocks - I’ll let you know which works best.


Our native trees are blossoming, but sometimes you have to look closely to appreciate their beauty.  These are Alder catkins - hanging like golden earrings by our barn.  Look out also for Hazel, (Pussy) Willow and Birch catkins too.  Subtle and understated, but just as lovely as the flouncy pink stuff.






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