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Although the meteorologists keep changing their minds about it, we have a frost warning for tonight. We therefore began the task of bringing some of the more tender potted plants into
a makeshift cold frame
and the greenhouse.
Sun still streaked across the Gazebo Path;
across the Shady Path;
across the Dead End Path;
and down the Brick Path.
Some geraniums and other similarly vulnerable plants like these in the Cryptomeria Bed,
or these petunias, had to be left to the elements,
but this pot of pelargonium Quercifolia that has taken two years to reach splendid maturity, just had to be placed in the greenhouse.
Meanwhile roses such as Compassion, seen rising above the Dead End Path in one of the earlier pictures;
Lady Emma Hamilton;
and Absolutely Fabulous, will fight their own corners.
An hour before sunset, the skies over Downton presaged splendid views later,
when off we sped to Barton on Sea where
we were not disappointed.
Others had the same idea;
especially those
photographing
the ever-changing
scene.
Frozen vapour in the cross-hatched clouds suggests that maybe we will have frost.
While walkers aimed for the sunset,
the Isle of Wight and The Needles were satisfied with the lighthouse beacon (enlargement will be necessary to see this).
This evening we dined on Jackie’s excellent sausage casserole, roast potatoes, and cauliflower. We did not imbibe.
What a splendid sunset! I love all those little paths in your garden. 🙂
Many thanks, Sylvia
I couldn’t said it and better ??
I don’t think your gorgeous garden has heard about the frost. It remains splendid and amazing in variety! The roses are so beautiful. The sunset is lovely.
Thank you very much. Lynn
There must be something beyond us creating that remarkable sky.
Yep. Thanks Rekha
I trust that not imbibing was to prevent slipping on the next morning’s ice.
🙂 Thanks a lot, Bruce
simply spectacular skies there Derrick, beautiful as always <3
Many thanks, Kim
Glorious cloud formations contributed so many mixed subdued colours to your photographs. Thank you for posting, Derrick.
Many thanks, Roland. Clouds always make it
Fabulous skies Derrick – though here such a sight would make me feel secure in the knowledge there would not be a frost!
Thanks very much, Pauline. It doesn’t really seem likely
WOW. That last one was thrilling and beautiful. Yes, soon frost time. perhaps even here! The balmy days have finally passed for us, and I am wearing a winter jacket usually.
Thanks a lot, Cynthia
And I looked again and have to say kudos on the silhouettes pictures–just wonderful.
Very many thanks, Cynthia
Well, supposedly, we will have temperatures down to minus two tonight. Winter draws on, as they say!
Thanks, John. 🙂
Beautiful skies 🙂
Thanks very much, Rosaliene
What an amazing sky. Fantastic photos, Derrick!
Heavenly sunset pictures! I hope your plants survive any frost we might have. I moved all my plants on Friday before our day of gloom and rain yesterday and before the predicted frosts.
Thanks very much, Clare
Beautiful cloud formation photos Derrick and I think where we are we are sure to have a frost tonight. Been a bit nippy all day.. Minus 4 I think in rural areas.. Time to put the heating up.. 🙂 Enjoy your your new week xx
Many thanks, Sue. You too
<3
My favourite sky was the one where you started with, ‘Frozen vapour in the cross-hatched clouds…’ 🙂
Thanks very much, Widders. It can be seen in context in the header picture
Lovely greenhouse. Love those silhouette shots too.
Many thanks, Arlene
Love those pictures of the sunset; it must have been breath taking to actually see this
It certainly was, Brian. We followed a trail of cars down a normally quiet road to the clifftops. Many thanks
You and Jackie are such doting “parents” to your little wards who need protection from the frost! Gorgeous scenery and sunsets captured! ? Well done!
Very many thanks, Robin
You’re both welcome, Derrick! I like the roses, my second visit here!
The sunset photos were stupendous, and enchanting.
Many thanks, Ivor
‘To the Greenhouse, to the Greenhouse!’ I can hear the tender ones of your garden murmuring. You are the most considerate gardener I know. Those skies are fabulous too.
Very many thanks, Uma. Guided always by The Head Gardener 🙂
Beautiful sunset! Looks like coton candy 😀
So nice to see your garden is still so beautiful despite the winter season
Very many thanks, Geetha
You’re most welcome Derrick 🙂
Stunning skies! We certainly had frost here and I know also in Kent – so I’m guessing, since you’re between the two, that Jack Frost visited you too. Those tender plants will be thanking you for your care!
We did have the frost, which was light enough to do little damage. More work continued today. Thanks a lot, Sandra
Preparing for frost is such work, isn’t it? Lucky you to have a greenhouse, it allows much more to the growing season.
Light clouds help create the most beautiful and interesting sunsets. Lovely shots, Derrick!
Very many thanks, Eliza
Beautiful. I love the gardens and flowers and being able to bring them in before frost and have the soace to continue to grow them must be a very healing and tranquil winter plus..id love to have a green house for winter..
We had three years without one until we saved up and found one half price. Many thanks Kerri Elizabeth
How big is it? Does it stay warm all winter? Will things bloom all winter than.. It’s such an amazing space a greenhouse..i love them..
I think it is about 2 metres square. We won’t know about winter blooming until next Spring
I love it…Cant wait to see the photos and how it goes..I hope next winter ill have one..
I’d never heard of frozen value in clouds before. What do I need to look out for?
Beautiful photos, anyway.
It’s frozen vapour. This may help: https://www.google.co.uk/search?source=hp&ei=LqAAWvGEN4regAaK3LP4Aw&q=frozen+clouds&oq=frozen+clouds&gs_l=psy-ab.1.0.0j0i22i30k1l9.2241.8087.0.11633.13.13.0.0.0.0.493.2365.4-5.5.0….0…1.1.64.psy-ab..8.5.2362…0i131k1j0i10k1.0.Hzox3QuYvfw
Oops – auto-correct. Anyway, thanks for the link.
I figured that was what it was :0
Splendid clouds and fabulous working lighthouse on the Isle of Wright.
They say that watering the plants before a frost would minimise its damage. I have no experience of this as we don’t get frost in this part of Sydney.
Many thanks, Mary
I’m sure Jackie is happy to have the greenhouse.
Those splendid skies were splendid indeed!
Very many thanks, Merril
stunning skies!! and, yes, I can see the changes in the garden over the week – but love the roses!
Many thanks, Rob
Surprisingly there are many flowers in the garden for that time of the year. Looking awesome under the autumn sun!
Many thanks, Alexander
Wonderful captures Derrick!
Thank you, Val
I will never tire of seeing sunsets. And I will seldom awake in time to see sunrises.
Thanks very much, Paol
I think the skies are more beautiful at this time of year, with the sunlight coming in at a low angle, and many more clouds for reflecting the light at sunrise and sunset. Beautiful photos, Derrick!
Great sunset – we chased one tonight but the colour refused to show. 🙁
Same here yesterday – I had to settle for the hoodie, which was no bad thing.