The fig tree is absolutely covered in figs and has put on loads of growth this season. The huge leaves mean that we have a lovely shady spot up on the top terrace. What a pity I don't like figs. When the the over ripe ones fall and explode onto the stone beneath, they look like mice corpses rotting in the sun! In variably, they're all covered in flies which add even more authenticity. Luckily, my friend: Maureen loves figs so, with luck and a fair wind, she should be in for a real treat this year!
The Hostas in the galvanised tanks are thriving beneath the Bay tree and you'd never know that the furthest ones have only been there since open gardens. How lucky to be given all 3 of these tanks. They make perfect planters. Actually, I was given a fourth in which I store rainwater in the greenhouse. I did think about using these for that purpose but, as I also have a couple of oak barrels, I decided to plant them up. They cheer up what has become known as the Creosote Yard. This area is a kind of work yard where various projects such as construction and painting take place.
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