Hidden under the tutsan shrub was a blue pot holding the new leaves of Hosta. In contrast, lying in the same pot on the mulch were these skeleton leaves. To see their fineness, I brought them inside to photograph. Their intricate structure in the sunshine didn’t disappoint. Hosta is a shade loving plant named inContinue reading “Hosta and tulips”
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Agava and aloe vera
The steps of a good person are ordered by the Lord: and that person is happy in that way . Though the person falls, they will not be completely cast down: for the LORD holds them up with His hand. Psalm 38: 23,24 Agava and aloe vera both succulents, not cacti. Aloe from Africa, AgavaContinue reading “Agava and aloe vera”
A Sabbath walk near Eton
Jesus speaking: ‘No one lights a candle and puts it under a bed! Rather, they put it on a candle stick so that those who come will see the light… careful how you listen because those who have will be given more and those who have not even what they have will be taken!’ LukeContinue reading “A Sabbath walk near Eton”
Camassia leichtlini
The eyes of the LORD are in every place, looking at the evil and the good. Proverbs 15 : 3. During the spring, it needs consistent water, but once it has flowered and seed pods have formed, it is not harmed by drought conditions. This spring, our garden has had ‘consistent water ‘. This newContinue reading “Camassia leichtlini”
The hidden tulip
Jesus said: love one another as I have loved you…by this all people will know that you are my disciples. John 13 : 34,35 (Sandy’s summary) During covid 19, my son and his friend turned this metal cupboard into a planter. This spring, it is full of tulips, a gift from friends and Salad Burnet,Continue reading “The hidden tulip”
Oak trees
Seven years ago in October, I collected acorns from the really old oak trees in Pope’s Meadow. I planted about 18 in pots. Many germinated. I didn’t count . I wish I had, but I didn’t know then that I would be so interested now. I took the healthiest and planted them together in anContinue reading “Oak trees”
Saville Garden 7 April 2024
And the Lord God planted a garden…and there He put the man he had formed. Genesis 2: 8 This structure houses amongst other facilities a cafeteria with views over this grade I listed garden. The garden was commissioned by George V and created by Sir Eric Savill in 1932. Today, it welcomes one with maroonContinue reading “Saville Garden 7 April 2024”
Pansies and tulips
Before Jesus was crucified, the people were given a choice between Barabbas or Jesus. They had a custom where one prisoner could be released, and the crowd was swayed by the chief priests and elders to release Barabbas. They then hit Him, put a scarlet robe on Him, pressed a crown of thorns on HisContinue reading “Pansies and tulips”
Delicate stem,grape hyacinths, and Italian straw.
O Lord, You remain for ever, Your throne from generation to generation. …For when we were without strength in due time Christ died for us the ungodly… Lamentations 5:19, Romans 5 : 6 Delicate,weathered, but not to be ignored, this left over stem from 2023 was behind the grape hyacinths as I was weeding. TheContinue reading “Delicate stem,grape hyacinths, and Italian straw.”
Summer snowflake and fruit blossom
Those who do not love do not know God for God is love. 1John 4:8 so God/love is patient and kind. Doesn’t envy, isn’t proud,doesn’t behave badly, or get angry quickly. (Very patient with Satan) He doesn’t seek His own but finds a way to let us have free choice through the death of Jesus.Continue reading “Summer snowflake and fruit blossom”
Eleven daffidols open
Jesus is speaking to John on the Island of Patmos. John had seen Jesus after the resurrection on Earth, but now Jesus is speaking to him from heaven. John says ” When I saw Jesus, I fell at His feet and He put His hand on me and said: ‘ Don’t be afraid; I amContinue reading “Eleven daffidols open”
One daffidol open
By faith (we all have been given a measure of faith which we can accept or reject Romans 12:3)we are justified by faith,we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ… But difficult times will come. Difficult times make/teach patience, patience teaches/makes experience experience teaches/makes hope. Our hope is not embarrassed/ashamed because the givenContinue reading “One daffidol open”