This year the theme for May has been rain! The grass has been growing almost as we watch it, and so have the weeds. However the lilac and other flowering shrubs have been fantastic with the blossom lasting far longer than normal, and everything has put on a lot of growth. Cuttings of a purple leaved sage and dogwoods rooted really quickly but the tomatoes are still waiting to be planted out - after some more weeding to make a place for them. The compost bins are full to over flowing as are the water butts, but at least watering hasn't been an issue yet this year.
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| Crab apple blossom |
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| Dragonfly clinging on to a peony stem |
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| Everything looking very lush and verdant |
We took ourselves out for a day and visited this little chateau type property with a lovely garden, which is open to the public. A very well maintained potager ( no weeds in sight! ) beautiful trees, and stunning views over the countryside.
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| La Motte near Usseau |
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| Fabulous peony |
Then on to the golf club at St Cyr for lunch on the terrace. This is a championship golf club which is open to the public too - one of Mark's favourite courses in the area and the food in the restaurant is delicious.
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| The golf club at St Cyr |
