MICKEY’S BLOG

 In the days before Instagram, Mickey kept a regular blog of snippets from Glenmore House.
You may enjoy looking back through them!

Mickey's BlogOut & About
Easter wishes….

Easter wishes….

Last week, amidst the sheer chaos of preparation for the plant fair and a very large garden visit, I had the great joy of having the opportunity once again, to be one of a panel of judges of the District Exhibits at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. I'm so glad that...

Mickey's Blog
After the rain….

After the rain….

Or should I say STORM!  Goodness what a light show and downpour....yet again!  Though we've still received nowhere near enough rain to fill the dams.   Amongst other things, my morning inspection revealed a split fig or two and a sweet smelling sprig of...

Mickey's BlogKitchen Gardening
Seed time….

Seed time….

Ok....I warn you...some of you may need to put your glasses on for this post!  This can be one of the most nerve-wracking times of the season; when the seed has been sown, and all one can do, is wait.  Try not to overwater, yet it's been dry & oh so hot, so...

Mickey's BlogThe Garden
Sweet ginger….

Sweet ginger….

The first marvellous specimen of white ginger unfurled its petals on 6 March (just after someone was asking if I had them here at our Kitchen Gardening Day).  I would find it near impossible to tell you my favourite floral scent, but white ginger certainly is right...