A drop of sunshine, a splash of rain and a touch of TLC and the front garden is beginning to get into its stride.
The red Papaver ‘Beauty of Livermere’ is a stunning poppy, but it jars with the subdued beauty of Papaver ‘Patty’s Plum’, so it’ll be moved out at the end of the season.
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The red Papaver ‘Beauty of Livermere’ is a stunning poppy, but it jars with the subdued beauty of Papaver ‘Patty’s Plum’, so it’ll be moved out at the end of the season. 
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Looking really excellent Mike! Is that fennel in the background? Nice touch!
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Thanks so much. Yes, it’s fennel. Love the softness it brings to the border.
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Your front garden is wonderful. I love the fence around it as well.
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Thanks. It’s my pride and joy, of course!
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