“For I have learned
To look on nature, not as in the hour Of thoughtless youth; but hearing oftentimes The still sad music of humanity”. William Wordsworth A soft, white blanket of snow on my allotment, cradling the dormant plants in its protective embrace. The hushed landscape, cloaked in pristine snow, is nature’s way of tucking the garden into a peaceful slumber. It is a stark contrast to the vibrancy of spring and summer, but there’s quiet beauty in the stillness of a winter garden. Amidst the bitter cold winds that whip through the air, the snow acts as a natural insulator, shielding the plants from the harsh elements. Beneath this frozen cover, the soil retains its warmth, ensuring that the delicate roots of my cherished plants remain snug and undisturbed. It is a poetic dance between the cold and the protective layer, a symbiotic relationship that speaks of the resilience of nature. As the days in mid-winter gradually lengthen, there is a subtle promise of renewal in the air. The increasing daylight, though feeble, whispers of the impending arrival of Spring. It is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is a gradual progression towards light and warmth. The garden, in its dormancy, anticipates the transformative touch of springtime, patiently biding its time. In these wintry moments, I recall Wordsworth’s “Lines Composed a Few Miles Above Tintern Abbey”, where he reflects on the healing power of nature and the solace it provides in times of absence. The garden, too, rests in that state of absence, waiting for the rejuvenation that Spring will undoubtedly bring. Spring, with its promise of rebirth and blossoming life, patiently waits on the horizon, ready to paint the garden with hues of renewal and hope.
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AuthorI launched this website on 16th August 2020 to bring together my thoughts on gardening,, its importance for health and wellbeing and two projects running concurrently, a renovation of my own garden on the West Sussex coast at Lancing and a nearby allotment. But also to learn from other gardeners about the inspirations for their plots, about their gardening projects and enjoyment of beautiful plants and gardens Archives
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