Flax Reflections

Many New Zealand flaxes have grown from seed around the edge of the pond. They are the species Phormium Tenax, growing tall with stiff dingy green leaves.

I have recently been clearing the garden behind the pond, where this winter's day photograph was taken. I have ridiculous plans to plant roses and rhododendrons - winter gardening tends to distort reality.

The Pond Paddock trees in the background have almost dropped their leaves for winter, and the gardens are starting to look empty.