Orchard tree work
The fruit trees in our garden are now very old. This year they have required some ‘tree surgery’. My Land Rover, also old, has proved helpful. ‘The Orchard Country‘ written … Continue reading Orchard tree work
Tag: orchards
recent harvest
Recent harvest from our garden. The apples are of an eating variety and are from a tree that was given to me in 2014 by the small team I worked … Continue reading recent harvest
Remember when: fruit growers were out for easier pickings
A recollection shared in the Herald, 26 June 2025
Why I added Scott to my name
I am a gardener an Antiquary and peaceful rebel my grandfather was not Walter Scott. I love my mum. I may or may not be related to:
Postcards from a Transatlantic Turbine Steamer
You worried about your fruit, Your Art was an orchard, the Wharry was your hame. Three postcards arrived at Drumdruils.
Auchenglen
Yer windae attempted tae smile Hame tae blossom season aifter season, wunnerfu’ blossom that ripened. Aye, the jam wis braw! Yer loon sailed the seas – Jam needs sugar! Ther’s … Continue reading Auchenglen
Community orchard
Bridge of Allan, Friday, 21 February 2025: A community orchard tree planting event in the wind and rain. Trees were planted by Dunblane High School students and ‘Sprouts 4 change’. … Continue reading Community orchard
Braidwood telescope
Braidwood telescope, St Oswalds, Carluke: