I've finally planted out the Solomon's Seal on the shady, damper side of the garden, practically under the forsythis. The root system had entirely filled the large pot, so it needed to be thoroughly soaked to remove it, and then a huge hole dug. I hope it takes well - some sites say it needs acid soil, though a relation apparently grows in limestone pavements up North. The soil in that part of the bed is quite good, deep and brown.

I cleared more ivy from the fence, and cut back the Virginia Creeper to discourage it from taking over the garden.

I then could fill the pot with compost, and plant out the bulbs from my friend's mum.

Finished by hosing down the patio, and coming in to wash my feet (no socks, and clogs let them get a bit composty).

Two more strawberries.

Penny