Gardening

[SteveH]

Walking down Gloddaeth Ave. past the bigger car park, noticed some Himalayan balsam, nasty stuff.
Anybody know if the council needs advised of this, and/or which dept.

[Yorkie]

Walking down Gloddaeth Ave. past the bigger car park, noticed some Himalayan balsam, nasty stuff.
Anybody know if the council needs advised of this, and/or which dept.

Sounds like a drug, so maybe the HIGH ways Department!   D)

[SteveH]

Walking down Gloddaeth Ave. past the bigger car park, noticed some Himalayan balsam, nasty stuff.
Anybody know if the council needs advised of this, and/or which dept.

Sounds like a drug, so maybe the HIGH ways Department!   D)

Not the answer I expected, had to think about it, then .... ......
But, seriously if this gets a hold, even the most basic gardeners will be P.O. Google Himalayan Balsam for more details.

[Hugo]

I've got some in my garden and to be honest it looks quite nice when it's in flower but I do keep it under control by regular cutting down.  It is invasive but it's not a risk to humans as far as I'm aware.

[SteveH]

Hi Hugo,  No risk I know of, and I'm pleased yours is ok, But it does have a negative effect on local plant and insect life, long term, if not controlled   we have had/having serious invasive problems from this plant on a golf course over Cheshire way, even to the point that the club is being sued by surrounding properties, this is after some serious clearing by the ground staff, I was afraid that a similar situation could arise here.
I did not know if it was a local problem, but thought better to check it out.
This plant under control such as yours, is OK but, when the seeds reach open areas, such as the Orme, it could be very damaging.
So still looking for advice........

[SteveH]

I was going to put a photo here, but its better to Google image and see the lot....I could'nt choose...

[hollins]

Here are some photos of the gardens on Isola Bella, Lake Maggiore.

[Hugo]

Hollins, you do get about a bit and good for you.     

It's another place I'd like to visit.   I've always wanted to go there after speaking to an Italian waiter in Casanova's in Llandudno.    He lived there before coming to Llandudno and told me how beautiful the area is.

[hollins]

When we moved here we planted a circle of these roses around a weeping cherry tree. It is called Cottage Rose from David Austin. We have been so pleased with them as they have flowered all summer and have a lovely scent.

[hollins]

We were so lucky to be able to visit Bodnant last Thursday. What beautiful weather it was then. The roses and asters in particular were looking good.

[DaveR]

When we visited last Sunday, I was pleased to see that more of the woodland area of the garden had been opened up for public access. I also believe a further section by the Upper Lake is being opened up next year.

[hollins]

Flowers from the garden. Not bad for 14th November!

[Hugo]

They look really nice and you're so gifted with your flower arranging   


Not too bad either when you're taking photos of those mouth watering gateau's that you frequently have in Switzerland and all the other places.   

[hollins]

Thanks Hugo.
Here is one for you from our favourite cake place in Badenweiler, Germany. They call it milk cake. It has sultanas in it and is served warm with cherries and vanilla sauce, yum!

[Yorkie]

Plenty of Stollen in both ALDI and LIDL ready for the Festive Season.   ZXZ

And, of course, The very best Gluwein!   Z**