It was a bitter Winter that welcomed us into the new year and, while beautiful at times, I suspect we all dreamed of getting away to somewhere warmer and more inviting.

Rosy had been planning ahead and, with a good friend, she set off to explore Chile and Patagonia.

Puerto Cisnes is the largest port in this very remote part of Chile, and is famous for the dolphins that chase and play near the ferry which bought Rosy to her first stop in this extraordinary country.

One of the places she stayed, while exploring a live volcano, among other adventures, was the pretty village of Palafito on Chiloe Island.

They stayed in one of these elevated houses over the water.

Meanwhile back in the UK, Rob was busy getting the show on the road.

This was the first plant fair of the year at The Generous Gardener in Gloucestershire. An impressive display of colour for so early in the Spring.

At the same time Rosy was at Sussex Prairies.

Next up, between visits to the Chiswick Flower Market and growing huge numbers of plants for two of the most successful designers at Chelsea, Rob and Rosy began the build up at Malvern Spring Show.

This culminated in top honours and a long service award for Rosy.

Both of the Chelsea designers, Chris Beardshaw and Charlie Hawkes were awarded Golds and Rosy got to chat with the one and only Brian May of Queen.

In June Rosy was asked to speak at another Horticulture Society, but this was was a bit further away than usual. Kenya!

Hampton Court was the next show in July and as usual it was all hands on deck.

The Coccolith was re-used to create two giant clam shells in a walk through garden, that also utilised the benches for what would have been our last Chelsea Garden during the pandemic. Re-use, re-cycle, re-purpose.

At Hyde Hall in August Rob got his 2nd solo winners medal (5 Gold Flowers) and was justifiably proud.

Then after Malvern Autumn show in September, they were both ready for a break, so off they went to visit their son in Canada. Seattle was fabulous and Rosy fell in love with the organically inspired work of glass artist Dale Chihuly when they visited his Garden and Museum.

Next stop, Vancouver in the Fall, and Canada's reputation for having the most spectacular Autumn colour is not underserved.

They had a great time catching up and exploring it's vast and beautiful open spaces.

They're back now as the Winter closes in again. Wreath making workshops are racing up and preparation is in full swing for next year. Rosy and Rob hardly stop to take a breath. Goodness knows what will happen next year, but thank you for being part of this one and we hope to see you again soon.