April foliage

On the last day of April 2009: Some of the eye catching foliage in the garden in April.

The emerging fronds of the Lady Fern, Athyrium filix-famina

This is one of many perennial ferns I have in the garden. It's preference would be to be in shade but tolerates its sunny position at the foot of the steps upto the circular lawn.

Astrantia major 'Sunningdale Variegated' with golden feverfew

The leaves of this Astrantia positively glow in the evening at this time of year. They become more subdued later in the summer as the white flowers start to appear. With all Astrantias: cut back close to ground after flowering. This will give new foliage and a late show of flowers.

Golden Feverfew self seeds through out the garden. Any sign of the plain green variety are pulled up.