I am completely and utterly smitten.
Mum’s dog is wonderful. Such a jewel.
An enormous character, though to be honest I have never met a Patterdale who wasn’t.
I am trying hard to miss BeAnne but it is not at all difficult to be easily distracted!
My parents also have another dog who is very old and much adored.
Her gait maybe wobbly but she still has huge sparkle in her eyes.
I am keeping this blog short as it is nearly killing me trying to get the photos in the right place – they keep moving about when I write another sentence and it is maddening.
So here are a few more photos of the garden – a small insight into life in the Home Counties,.
What is that beautiful pink/red and purple plant — I desperately need some of those in my garden!
Your old home is beautiful. So different from your newer home — you must feel the difference often. They’re both wonderful in their own way.
Thanks,
Pat
I believe that plant is Primrose vialii, aka Orchid Primrose or Poker Primrose. Lovely garden!
Teri–
Thank you! Googled it, found them, and ordered some. Apparently, they are not common in the US, and not many nurseries carry them. Strangely, I was looking at a neighbor’s Red Hot Pokers only last week and thinking “Man, I wish those came in pink and purple rather than red and orange.” Talk about a wish come true! Thank you, thank you. thank you!
Pat
Pat – You’re welcome. Gardeners need to help each other. FYI, Primrose vialii is more purple and red than purple and pink, but it’s lovely anyway. Glad you were able to find it. – Terri