Vaughan Williams’ ‘Lark Ascending‘ reminds us that no summer walk on the downs in southern England would be complete without the sound of skylarks singing overhead.
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In our July cottage garden, summer flowers in pots are coming to their best now, despite our present drought. I also take a look at ‘No Dig’ gardening.
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The age old river Thames passes through Oxford, Reading, Henley, Marlow, Windsor, Runnymede, Hampton Court, Westminster…. The very names sound like a history of England. This river is full of stories.
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The name Gertrude Jekyll has been a huge influence on gardens of today. To understand her importance you need to see Munstead Wood, her garden. Watch this 3minute video.
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A Listening Heart 