The muck's been spread (phaw!), and Jean-Claude's out today with his big yellow Renault Tractor, turning it all brownside-up.
He's already sown his Sunflower crop, and the field above (which is just beyond our pool) will be sown with Maize.
Also in the photo are some of our excellent white grapes, and the flowers on our Bramley. Things are looking good.
At Haddock's, my Mangetout Peas are doing well, the Broad Beans are flourishing, and my Red Onions are about 6 ins up. I also have a row of Beetroot in, which is only just sprouting.
All our fruit trees are awash with blossom, and Boo Boo's birthday Peach tree is literally groaning with tiny Peaches.
We now need to cross our fingers, pray to St Fiacre, and hope that nothing (frost) impedes our future harvest.
You are so lucky to have such a beautiful view every morning.
ReplyDeleteI say that to myself every day.
DeleteYou paint a wonderful picture of abundance. Those fields of sunflowers and maize must be a joy to see in the heat of summer
ReplyDeleteLast year the Sunflowers were in the field that's just been ploughed. It was a beautiful sight. Our fruit crops in 2018 were not 100% good, but if all goes well, we'll make up for it this year.
DeleteAll's well with your world.
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed!
DeleteLiterally groaning? Does it keep you awake at night?
ReplyDeleteThe noise is unbearable.
DeleteNot wanting to tempt fate but signs are for a good harvest. I’ve just been reading about Harry and Meghan wanting to eat and grow there own organic fruit and veg ..... perhaps you could give them a pointer or two although, I think Charles has got in before you !!! XXXX
ReplyDeleteHarry's father has an army of horticultural advisors and workers, I'm sure they could give the happy couple a few tips.
DeleteAh, muck spreading. A feast for the nostrils.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly was for a few days. Thank goodness it's all now underground.
Deletegood to see progress..and hopefully our growing season will follow yours soon
ReplyDeleteIt's a beautiful season. The trees are all greening-up, the birds are singing, and it's almost time to start sowing and planting our vegs. What could be better?
DeleteI note St Fiacre is also the patron saint of haemorrhoids. Gardener, herbalist and healer.
ReplyDeleteThe perfect foursome, n'est pas?
DeleteThat is such a lovely picture, Cro.
ReplyDeleteI have many plants ready to put in the ground and the weather is perfect right now. I just might go against my better judgement and instead of waiting till May, start getting my hands in the dirt today.
I'm resisting this year. I'm convinced that no advantage is had by 'rushing'.
DeleteOur garden took a bit of a hit with a late frost last week but the veg seems to be okay. It's all a bit experimental here this year.
ReplyDeleteIt is often said that you should look over the hedge, at other people's gardens, to see what they're growing. Or even better, make friends with the winners at your village's horticultural show (if you have one)
DeleteWonderful post today.
ReplyDeletecheers, parsnip
Full of 'hope'.
DeleteAll such things are on hold here Cro as colder weather is set to return tomorrow - ah the joys of an English Spring.
ReplyDeleteI awake this morning to rain!
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