Happy New Year! So as 2014 begins let’s hope for a year that brings joy to all and one in which troubles are few. With luck everyone is now recovering from a full and festive Christmas, and looking forward to a fresh year full of possibilities.

As usual my mind heads straight for the garden to plan areas that I can improve and beds that can be expanded without my husband noticing. At the top of my list is a bed that borders a long fence which could benefit greatly from some treatment. The fencing hasn’t been treated since it was erected so I’d like to treat it with some Wood Stain & Protector to nourish and water-proof the timber to make it last longer.

With a mix of established shrubs, roses and seasonal bedding plants, many colours would act as an attractive back-drop to planting so I’m going to have to get busy with some samples pots to help me choose. This Month’s Colours are inspired by my quandary.