I wanted to share this beautiful image of cosmos in a flower pot. I can’t quite remember where I took the photo; it was at one of the many old houses I’ve visited over the past few years. It recently popped up in my “memories” on my phone.
I’ve had a soft spot for cosmos since I was a child. My parents’ garden was full of them every summer, and those are some of my favourite seasonal memories — the Himalayan mountains in the background and seas of white and pink cosmos in the beds.
Every year I try to grow some of my own, but I think my problem is impatience when it comes to planting seeds. The moment they’re in the soil, I want them to start growing. My husband calls me “the impatient gardener” 🙂 and I suppose he’s right.
This year, I’m determined to do things properly: starting them indoors, following the instructions on the packet, and practising as much patience as I can. I’ve chosen some lovely varieties, and if I’m successful, I’ll be sure to share the results with you all.