Garden in Bloom
jigsaw puzzle
Garden in Bloom
This illustration was specially commissioned by Gibsons Games.
I have tried to paint a garden that many of us would be envious of, full of colour and interest.
Our own garden was created from meadow land. I really enjoyed designing the quarter acre plot and planning it into a haven for us and wildlife to enjoy. There are elements of our garden incorporated into this illustration but it is mostly an imaginary garden creation.
This illustration is available as a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle.
Gate
Topiary
Arbour
Bird Table
Cuttings & Seeds
Dogs
Gate
Topiary
Arbour
Bird Table
Cuttings & Seeds
Dogs
JANICE’S STORIES BEHIND THE PAINTING
- This gate was inspired by an old wrought iron gate we purchased from a salvage yard.
- I love topiary. I have trimmed several trees and shrubs into shapes in my own garden. Levens Hall, Cumbria, is an inspirational place for me, with magnificent topiary trees and hedges.
- The arbour is from our garden. A lovely focal point as well as a perch for us and the birds, especially the pheasants!
- I just had to feature this bird table in the jigsaw puzzle as it was handmade by my husband.
- Many plants in our garden have been propagated from cuttings and seeds. We have an abundance of lavender; my favourites are ‘Little Lady’ and ‘Hidcote’. The hollyhocks, featured by the wall, were first introduced in our garden from seed given by a friend. Every year I collect more seed, and the display has grown into a mass of colour.
- The featured dogs were inspired by, Gardeners’ World, Monty Don’s dogs. As all dog owners know, they can be a great help at times but also get up to mischief.
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A Clue : Ralphie is searching for small, juicy cuttings and where he might find them.
