The Rhus typhina shrub, commonly known as the Stag’s horn sumach, in autumn, has a brilliant array of colour. It’s an understated large suckering, bushy shrub for most of the year. But once autumn arrives it’s probably the most colourful shrub you … Continued
Over autumn I spent many weekends at the Scottish National Heritage Battleby office in Perthshire. However as the weeks went by the effects of the frosty weather made finding good leaf subjects to photograph tougher and tougher. The Scottish National … Continued
It’s a good social activity that can be lots of fun as you get to chat to others with the same hobby. To me, photography is an art of observation. It’s about finding something interesting in an ordinary place… I’ve … Continued
Why not dress your garden with a little black this year? Physocarpus opulifolius ‘Diablo’ is the perfect choice! All of us ladies have a timeless little black dress in our wardrobe; it’s versatile and perfect for so many occasions; there’s always a style to flatter no matter … Continued
Two weeks ago while taking photos for What’s in Bloom in May? I also captured the fresh spring growth of some of the interesting foliage plants in the garden. Despite just having had the coldest UK spring in over 50 … Continued