The Cactii Patch, originally uploaded by malyousif.

I love this arrangement. I change it around once in a while, but generally I’m really happy I opted to replant most of the cactii in pots about 3 years ago.

Have a wonderful weekend my friends.

Summer flowering Hippaesrum (Amaryllis), originally uploaded by malyousif.

I was amazed a few days ago when I noticed that the Amaryllis was actually budding! The temperature outside is in the 40s now, but inside the house it’s about 24C so I think this is a very confused plant, the result; however, is very very welcome!

The cacti gathering, originally uploaded by malyousif.

The weekend has officially started! I’ve taken some time off work this afternoon to come and spend some time in the garden, an activity I haven’t been able to partake in for almost a week – yes, I was suffering from withdrawal symptoms – and I have put the first phase of my plan already in motion.

I’ve relocated these lovely cacti from their erstwhile abode which has been taken over by Mr. Buddha, and potted them and gathered them in this location on the pool deck. I think they look rather fetching now, don’t you?

They were definitely lost in their previous location.

Have a wonderful weekend my friends, I know I plan to