On not gardening
Like a true fair weather gardener, I've been keeping an eye on the weather and never quite fancied putting my boots on. The outdoor thermometer says 6C but the wind was whipping across the garden with a discouraging whistle. Better to spend the day anticipating spring by scouring seed catalogue sites and setting up my first weblog.Spotted a redwing in the garden on Christmas Eve, tugging red berries off the holly. First time I've seen one - slimmer than a thrush, same spotty chest, but more stripy(stripey?) - the spots seem sort of lined up. Obvious red blush under the wings. My favourites here are the long-tailed tits. They sweep through the garden in a small mad flock, chirrupping furiously, flitting from tree to tree. Other regulars include great tit, blue tit, greenfinch, chaffinch, thrushes, blackbirds, sparrows, collared doves and rooks (they nest in our chimneys - I really don't mind). Was thrilled to see a pair of buzzards wheeling over the M62 a few weeks ago. Seen them several times since so must be resident.
We had a little snow here on Christmas Day which froze for a day or two, but we're west of the Pennines and it never lasts. Just very windy at the moment - gusted up to 30mph last night and 20mph today. Windchill of about 2C. Assuming better weather tomorrow I'm hoping to get some more clearing up done and maybe paint the new fence.
A happy and successful gardening year to you all.
posted by Sue Beesley @ 9:30 pm
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