It was lunch time Friday…. and after another 10 days of dark, damp and cold February days, the day actually woke up…. even a suggestion that the sun may appear. Still not the best of afternoons but better than many of late so not to be wasted.
Had to remain local, so Topiary, a Knot Garden and Snowdrop, at a destination not too far away seemed a good idea.
Snowdrops always lift the spirits and if there is just a little flash of sunshine, they make a big impression for such a small plant..
Hopton Hall, Derbyshire and its woodland spread of Snowdrops is a popular February draw. But it also hosts an Old Rose Garden, no Roses in February. You can admire the well trimmed Knot Garden and its Topiary that later in the season will act as the perfect “picture frame” for the Rose displays…. right now a perfect winter garden. Sadly the afternoon didn’t really brighten up…. but a good leg stretch in the cold fresh air, and a coffee at the on-site café was a welcome tonic
Today, the February weather has returned to rain and dark skies… the forward forecast offers little hope of improvement…. so Snowdrops will have to act as a Big February Bonus Tonic
Whatever, wherever you are…. always…
Please Remember ….
Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other
15h February
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