WHAT ARE WE DOING IN THE GARDEN TODAY - 2021

Tidying and filling some edging borders around the patio extension, moving some plants about, bit of potting on, but generally taking it easy

 

Like an idiot, I put off mowing for a few days (alright - a week ) and am now struggling trying to get it cut. I got the main back lawn done but the mower kept clogging and getting all the clippings to the compost heaps was a chore. I then stopped mowing so that it could be washed out underneath (attach a hose to the fitting on the deck and run the engine). I wanted to start mowing in the front but couldn't because I have to wait for the mower to dry out otherwise it will track green slime across the patio.

I'll mow the front today and if I'm still feeling fit enough (can't remember those days very well ) I'll try mowing down the back. The problem down the back is that all the fallen fruit has to be lifted first and bending has been removed from my word list! The grass where the fruit trees/wild area needs to be cut has grown to above ankle height . Good for saving windfalls from damage but hopeless for mowing.

I spent 2.5 hours harvesting and the golden plums are gorgeous. I'm feeling lethargic today so need a kick up the bum to get me moving

 

Been working on the jungle area for a few hours, working out the pathways and digging out a load of weeds etc. Thinking about just relaxing for rest of day to be honest! Have a beer or two before the kids and wife return from a couple of days away

 

Combine harvester stops play! We and our neighbours have had to retreat indoors for the rest of the day.

The wind is blowing from the field towards us and the air is completely full of bits of corn. It's also the noisiest combine harvester I've ever heard.

I need to pick another 7lb of beans for people collecting this evening so, hopefully, the harvesting will be far enough away to allow me to breathe. I'll wear a facemask. Funnily enough I just happen to have a facemask.