View across the garden this morning. Pittisporum billowing in the distance.

I agree with you that January seems to be protracted this year. It's made me feel really glum. This winter has been harder to cope with than the last one for me. I shall be glad to see the back of it. My pittosporum is a beauty at the moment too - the first time I have grown it - I wouldn't be without one now. Your winter garden is a beauty.

Well, the light is lasting longer so that's all good. We got out today in the sunshine, cutting back birch branches and clearing some crud in the borders, so being closer to the earth has highlighted how the green is reappearing and boosted the spirits. Nature is such a restorative.., Meadow.

You have an all year round garden, Julia. It looks wonderful throughout.

Delightful made even more special by those views…..

You’re welcome ☺️ x