Fennel in the Rain

Foeniculum vulgare

Raindrops on an emerging fennel leaf have captured the flower beyond. Although the leaves look spiky they are very soft. I love the particular yellow of the flowers on bronze fennel. Large

There has been heavy rain and flooding in many parts of the country, but we have had the usual fine misty drizzle. It's rather cool. I have the fire going.

The little praying mantis from the other day is still at its post, sporting jewelled raindrops.