I’m pleased to report that cut flower production is getting back up to speed at the plot. Judging by the number of buds (not counting the number I’ve dis-budded) the roses are going to be fabulous this year. I think it will be the turn of the peonies next year.

In this vase is self-down nigella, carried in on compost from the old plot. Foxglove Alba was sown from seed and I had intended just to over-winter at the plot and bring into the garden – there are six in the garden and about the same number flowering for the vase at the plot – let’s say it was part of the master plan! Alchmellia mollis transplants from the old plot are very settled – expect AM to feature in most vases this summer! The roses are Fragrant Cloud (red), Perfumella (white) and of course Chandos Beauty (pale pink/peach) There is one Sarah Bernhardt peony, a few spires of purple toadflax, again self-sown and an asparagus frond – they may as well be useful while the crowns grow strong enough for cropping (next year)

Views from the kitchen counter where the arranging happens.

and then in the living room

If you haven’t already today, remember to call by Cathy’s to admire the rest of the fabulous vases.