Indian summer

The garden has continued to mature this year, and in late September is still looking good.  The new borders bloom renewed after the second chelsea chop of the year and the dilapidated greenhouse has finally gone.  September has been unseasonably warm, but now we have reached the autumn equinox, the temperature has cooled and autumn is most definitely in the air.  It may be the season of dread for many, marking the end of summer and the start of six months of short days and long dark cold nights, but for me its the best time of year, filled with the richest colours, clean and crisp air, and a lovely warm light.  We have chosen a few plants for their autumn and winter colour and are looking forward to seeing them make their mark on the garden.