Willow Domes and Dead Hedges

 At the School Garden the wigloo has been given a haircut, but the willow  archway is awaiting some tonsorial attention...

...while the newly arrived 'dead hedge' has been gaining all the attention.

Who knew how adaptable willow could be?

Going Lupi (n)

No gardening today due to rain - Hurray!

Just thought I would share some back garden shots from two days ago.  The lupins are out, although this snap does not do full justice to the vibrant colour of these ones.  Maybe a bit of photoshopping is required to faithfully reflect the hue. Also in the background is blue Wysteria growing up an arch.  In the foreground is Pixie a companionable cat from hereabouts who love to check up on gardening activities. He thought the shot would be enhanced by his presence.

A wider angle reveals a big clump of catmint, so that may be an accessory.

This is a cat's idea of help:

The tree is a mulberry btw.