40, first marigold

The bedding plants that we managed to order online arrived last week and so we have spent time at the weekend putting them into place in the garden.

After 30 years of having a garden, it is the first time I have ever done this!

The hanging baskets have been dug out of the garden outhouse too and given a new lease of life. I am looking forward to some vibrant displays.

Must remember to do the watering.

[Catherine Otley]

I love the way this is isolated against the dark background. I hope you have better luck with marigolds than we do. Within minutes they have been chewed to stumps by slugs and snails!

[Babs]

Beautiful. Marigolds always remind me of my auntie. The only flowers she ever planted in her garden were marigolds, no idea why. (she was a bit eccentric)

[Janet B.]

Very pretty! I love marigolds...such a tried-and-true flower...I plant them every year. It sounds like you're really enjoying digging in to your garden. I so enjoy following along!

[Diana]

What a beauty, wonderful colour and lighting.

[Kathy A]

Lovely light!

[Kas]

I like the shaft of light on your marigold. Full of hope.

[Rosie Kind]

Beautiful especially with the water drop!

[Ann Williams]

And it's bathed in sunlight. Gorgeous.