Gary - am I right in thinking some birds are moulting this time of year to aquire their ''winter coats''? Wondering if that's whats happening with the blackbirds.
GW on planner to watch later - judging by the weather don't think I 'll be doing much outside.
Jean, lots of blackbirds earlier on, got most of my red currants and blueberries but I think you are right, they are moulting at the moment and sulking away in the bushes. My swallow family left the garage yesterday although they had been out of their nests a few days. I counted 30 swallows swooping over the pond yesterday. they seem to be getting ready to go. Apparently the parents go first and the babies follow later on. It's amazing how they know the way. I might join them if this weather keeps up. Pouring here but there is blue sky coming across.
Good morning all. It's not a bad morning here, quite warm but the clouds are gathering. I saw the news about the veg being expensive this winter, makes sense really after the weather we have had, will have to stock the freezer with essentials, and trust to luck for the rest.
Becks, Jess will love Menorca, it's a lovely island. We have been several times, although not recently. Quite different to the other Spanish islands.
I thought the sweet peas in Monty's garden were lovely, and the army wives garden looked great, just shows what you can do with a few packets of seeds and some loving care. They obviously got a lot of pleasure out of it.
Morning campers, fine here so far, but waiting for the deluge.
Swallows were gathering as I was driving home from work yesterday, how can such little birds travel so far? Why is it that blackbirds always fly low across the road, I keep worrying that I'm going to hit one, but they always make it In the nick of time.
Was very dissapointed with last nights GW, and the more I see Carol Klein, the more her voice irritates me.
I have beenn sent some sweet pea seeds to grow up my post, so should I sow them now, as his better ones he said were the autumn ones? Outdoors direct where I want them to grow, or start them indoors?
I cannot believe it after complaining first thing the sun has come out and I have spent a pleasant hour in the garden.
Becks I think you are too early to sow them now, I think I did mine in October, I also sowed them in pots as they will need a little protection, not only from the weather but also slugs and pigeons. What do you want from a gardening programme?
Chris I agree that army garden looked great, it must be hard for them to keep moving .
Sun has come out here too. But there are huge clouds about, the sort you get with thunderstorms. It's very muggy too, I expect storms before too long. There was some thunder and lightning last night, about 10pm, a long way off.
That army wives garden was impressive, but didn't seem to have that many plants in it. A lot was that tall white Ammi, aka Queen Anne's Lace, and sweet peas. Am considering getting some Queen Ammi next year. (And their dahlias had still not flowered - so all those in vases in the tent were brought in by RdT and friend).
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Gary - am I right in thinking some birds are moulting this time of year to aquire their ''winter coats''? Wondering if that's whats happening with the blackbirds.
GW on planner to watch later - judging by the weather don't think I 'll be doing much outside.
Wet and cold here too
I read several reviews of The Flowerpot Gang, all said it was a tired formula. I am off to watch GW in a minute.
It took me ages to log in this morning, nearly gave up.
Kate - same problem here . Couldn't click on to anything and wouldn't let me type.
Pam - maybe all our blackbirds have decided to move near you . I think it's chilly today. Off for another bird watch to see if I can spot any.
Jean, lots of blackbirds earlier on, got most of my red currants and blueberries but I think you are right, they are moulting at the moment and sulking away in the bushes. My swallow family left the garage yesterday although they had been out of their nests a few days. I counted 30 swallows swooping over the pond yesterday. they seem to be getting ready to go. Apparently the parents go first and the babies follow later on. It's amazing how they know the way. I might join them if this weather keeps up. Pouring here but there is blue sky coming across.
I have just watched GW I agree with Gary the item on slugs was very wishy washy.
David you must have enjoyed the item on sweet peas
Good morning all. It's not a bad morning here, quite warm but the clouds are gathering.
I saw the news about the veg being expensive this winter, makes sense really after the weather we have had, will have to stock the freezer with essentials, and trust to luck for the rest.
Becks, Jess will love Menorca, it's a lovely island. We have been several times, although not recently. Quite different to the other Spanish islands.
I thought the sweet peas in Monty's garden were lovely, and the army wives garden looked great, just shows what you can do with a few packets of seeds and some loving care. They obviously got a lot of pleasure out of it.
Have a nice day everyone.
Chris.
Swallows were gathering as I was driving home from work yesterday, how can such little birds travel so far? Why is it that blackbirds always fly low across the road, I keep worrying that I'm going to hit one, but they always make it In the nick of time.
Moring lovelies! Am I the only one wth sun??
Was very dissapointed with last nights GW, and the more I see Carol Klein, the more her voice irritates me.
I have beenn sent some sweet pea seeds to grow up my post, so should I sow them now, as his better ones he said were the autumn ones? Outdoors direct where I want them to grow, or start them indoors?
I cannot believe it after complaining first thing the sun has come out and I have spent a pleasant hour in the garden.
Becks I think you are too early to sow them now, I think I did mine in October, I also sowed them in pots as they will need a little protection, not only from the weather but also slugs and pigeons. What do you want from a gardening programme?
Chris I agree that army garden looked great, it must be hard for them to keep moving .
Sun has come out here too. But there are huge clouds about, the sort you get with thunderstorms. It's very muggy too, I expect storms before too long. There was some thunder and lightning last night, about 10pm, a long way off.
That army wives garden was impressive, but didn't seem to have that many plants in it. A lot was that tall white Ammi, aka Queen Anne's Lace, and sweet peas. Am considering getting some Queen Ammi next year. (And their dahlias had still not flowered - so all those in vases in the tent were brought in by RdT and friend).