Sidling in from North Hants

An arbour is firmly on my list. I shall have one someday.
I don't know how to describe the seating concept. It is more open plan, out in the grass (I'm not sure you could call it a lawn. There's some grass in it, but also a lot of character).

 

You built the arbour? You wascally wabbit! It is really impressive. It never really occurred to me that I could actually DO all the things I've admired in gardens for years - they're apparently not out of reach for normal people. Can't wait to have my very own garden, though it will probably never ever happen. The garden we have at the moment has never been planned or planted with any shape or theme or sense. I'm determined to start bringing a little complimentary structure in, so it isn't wasted.

 

I am still wondering if @DMudlark is talking about electrical bulbs here
Welcome to GC from me too m'duck.

 

to GC @DMudlark

Don't worry about preferences ... if you are anything like me, they will change over time anyway

So, are you in a rented property? Do you have to ask permission before you can add/alter things?

Bet your garden is going to look stunning when all those bulbs pop up and smile at you come Spring You do know some of the more nosey GC members will want to see pictures, don't you

 

So, SO up for posting photos and seeing everyone else's! I've gone for some clashing bulb planting rather than subtle, more quiet and complimentary mixes. I was thinking high impact and mouth watering colour splashes.

I'm actually living at home, in the house my parents own. I don't see anything wrong with living back home personally, though I know a lot of people disagree. It can get really difficult. I've been away to uni and done three degrees, and not really enjoyed student accommodation, so home was a relief. Anyway, my mum has pretty much ruled the garden for our many years here, but now I'm around more I'm helping out and trying to get things done. I'm hoping that what I'm doing will make things easier for her, and that she'll enjoy them as well. We both have strengths in the garden, so we try to weave both of us in.

Reading Monty's Jewel Garden and Prickotty Bush has been a wonderful inspiration this year, especially as I have the big 'D' as well. Gardening helps me so much.

 

Welcome Danni

This forum really is fantastic and you'll have a lot of fun here as well as learning a lot amongst great company. Have to say there's a few GC members got me through some really dark times lately.

sorry, but Armandii and "normal" in the same sentence

I'm one of the nosy members "M" was on about and I can't wait to see pics of your garden. You don't have to wait till the new bulbs appear