I like those echiums Dove. Might be about to go back on my no seed sowing next year statement. I was going to have a no seed year so I didn't have babies in pots to see through the summer
Bev, lovely slide show from your first picture of clematis!
What is the plant in your second picture? It's stunning - the little star shaped flowers seem to be shining out from the rich dark background like galaxies or supernovi in space!
I think I'd like one. Are you growing it inside or out? I can't quite tell and I was wondering what sort of conditions it likes.
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Yes, echium russicum - the bees love them.
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
I like those echiums Dove. Might be about to go back on my no seed sowing next year statement. I was going to have a no seed year so I didn't have babies in pots to see through the summer
In the sticks near Peterborough
Good luck Art. That's the wonder of forums, there is usually some one who can give sensilble advice if asked on the right threads
Good luck from me too, Art; glad you feel more armed now. Good idea of Verdun to take photos.
Some useful homespun philosophy contained in all the good advice and support coming your way:
"Expect the best while preparing for the worst" (= plan A and plan
Buds are opening all over the place
not mine my daughter just sent picture
Bev, lovely slide show from your first picture of clematis!
What is the plant in your second picture? It's stunning - the little star shaped flowers seem to be shining out from the rich dark background like galaxies or supernovi in space!
I think I'd like one. Are you growing it inside or out? I can't quite tell and I was wondering what sort of conditions it likes.