I’m Phao Hewitson, amateur gardener, aspiring writer and photographer and I’d love to invite you into our gardens!
With my husband Chris, we are the optimistic, amateur custodians of gardens in the West Mids and South Wales. Optimistic because we always expect results, amateur because we are so often misguided! It never really matters because just being part of the growing seasons although sometimes frustrating, is nearly always fun, rewarding and above all, healthy (in so many ways!). Take some time to enjoy it with us…..
A Firethorny (Bonfire) Night
It’s November 5th and concealing a lethal threat and fiery qualities at this time of year, pyracantha can be … Continue reading A Firethorny (Bonfire) Night
Six Jobs for Saturday
It’s a glorious time of year for colour in our parks and gardens and fortunately as there are so … Continue reading Six Jobs for Saturday
Plant Profile – Catalpa bignonioides
Catalapa bignonioides, a deciduous tree commonly known as the Indian Bean, will grow happily in any well drained soil … Continue reading Plant Profile – Catalpa bignonioides
Gardeners – Why blog?
Looking for inspiration? Or seeking to inspire others? We gardeners, being creative by nature, avidly scour plant encyclopaedias, books … Continue reading Gardeners – Why blog?
Invasive or Invaluable – 10 plants that should come with a warning!
It’s true to say that I have to manage an impatient streak in my nature as it sees me … Continue reading Invasive or Invaluable – 10 plants that should come with a warning!
Garden Organic – Growing Naturally
Yesterday saw a group of Garden Media Guild members visiting a garden with purpose. Founded by Lawrence Hills, a … Continue reading Garden Organic – Growing Naturally
A BLOG OF TWO GARDENS 