On a digit-tingling icy cold morning, where the surface of every water container reflected bright sunshine
I took a brief walk around the garden where the seed heads of cordyline Australis accompanied new buds of rhododendrons;
resilient ornamental grasses vied with spent hydrangeas;
columns of shadows including those of a stout rose stem on the orange shed door and a string of small watering cans against the kitchen wall decorated flat areas.
Lichen lingered on sculptures of Summer and Autumn somewhat out of season.
This evening we all dined on spicy piri-piri chicken and Jackie’s savoury rice with which she finished the sauvignon blanc and I finished the cabernet carménère.
I love the string of watering cans
Thanks very much, Mimi
Lovely pictures. Hope the garden was somewhat sheltered.
Thanks very much, Pat.
I don’t think too many birds will enjoy their bath.
Thanks very much, Chrissy 🙂
I particuarly like the rose stem shadow against the orange door.
Thanks very much, Liz
You’re welcome, Derrick.
Stay warm, guys. ????
Thanks very much, John
Where was spring when you need it?
🙂 We only have those two of the set, Tootlepedal. Thanks very much.
I welcome the sunshine. Love the shadow photos 🙂
Thank you very much, Rosaliene
Once again, you’ve made ordinary things look magical.
Thank you so much, JoAnna
While all of your images are lovely, I am in love with the header one!
Thank you very much, Dale. I was very pleased with that one – the surrounding bobbles looking like snowflakes
A work of art!
Thanks again
It is lovely to visit. I am riding out a terrible ice and wind storm in the PNW and it is heartening to see your photos again.
Thank you so much, Cynthia
Your garden looks cold.
Thanks very much, Andy
You’re welcome.
Glad you have ventured out. The weather sounds to be awfully cold in your part of the world.
Thank you so much, Anne
What wonderful patinas on those two garden statues.
Thank you very much, John
Ooh, brr! Not a good morning for a bird to bathe! Ha!
I love the shadows on the walls (and doors) photos! 🙂 “Shadow(s) on the wall” makes me think of a few songs.
Your photos of Summer and Autumn, in their lichen-wear, are so beautiful! 🙂
(((HUGS))) ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you very much, Carolyn XX
I’m glad you managed to tour the garden despite the chill. I will be glad when the temperature rises and the ice melts.
Thanks very much, Sue
Some very fine detail Derrick.
Thanks very much, Andrew
As always, your photos are gorgeous
Thank you very much, Luisa
It is truly my pleasure, Derrick!
It looks cold! I particularly liked the water cans and shadows photo.
Thank you very much, Merril
Wonderful pictures of your winter garden. I particularly liked the shadows.
Thank you very much, Laurie
Our cordyline australis disappeared over Christmas, leaving just a stalk. Never see that happen before. Fortunately we have two offshoots it left us. 🙂
That’s good, Quercus. Thanks very much
Silver linings etc . . . 🙂
The garden scenes are beautiful, Derrick and Jackie! We finally got real winter here early this week. All the ice has finally melted now, and we were able to get out of the driveway yesterday.
Thanks very much from us both, Lavinia
I love the photo of the reflections in the bird bad.
Thank you very much, Eugi
You’re welcome, Derrick.
My favourite is the rose stem shadow on the door. My eyes like the patterns.
Thank you very much, Crystal
I like the pictures with the shadows, Derrick, very artistic
Thank you very much, Robbie
Another lovely garden gallery
Thanks very much, Sheree
You know how I love walking your garden. Thank you for vicariously taking me there. I especially enjoyed today the Lichen that lingered on the fixtures. Lovely! Have a warm Sunday! We’re sending love ???? to you & Jackie.
Thank you very much, Jan, from us to you both
Good to see some sunshine
I love the rose stem shadow, Derrick. That’s a clever shot. I’m intrigued by your hydrangea holding on to its leaves. Mine are stripped bear of any foliage, simply sporting buds and a few brown flowers from the summer.
Thank you very much, Alys
I don’t know why my mobile or laptop is not showing all your pics. I love them so much! It’s a pity.
What a shame. Thanks very much, Geeta
So beautiful photos! I love the rays of sunshine!
Thank you very much, Riba