Garden aromas

At this time of the year the garden becomes heady with the perfumes of many of the plants.This buddleia, which was only planted at the end of last year, is already becoming a favourite with the butterflies and the bees.
At this time I believe it is important to provide as much habitat for wildlife as possible in a small garden to try to tip the balance back in their favour whilst many, but not all, farmers continue to put profit first. With the pressures put upon them by supermarkets I can see their dilema. Perhaps we the consumer should try to be a bit less price conscious when we do the weekly shop.



Another good plant for its perfume is this honeysuckle. This one is actually tucked away in a corner, so perhaps doesn't get seen as much as it deserves. When the conditions are right however, you can always smell it! This bloom was particularly fragrant although it was just past its best visually.