Nature's sculptures

A passing cold front brought more welcome rain, cleansing the Cape of dulling dust and bathing it in sparkling sunshine between showers. Rainbows proliferated, and birds filled the branches as they sipped on raindrops captured by the leaves.
My front garden is at its best now that the aloes are blooming - the variety of shapes and colours a source of endless pleasure. Although some are initially expensive to acquire, the ease of propagation and self-sufficiency make aloes very rewarding garden features, particularly the larger varieties that are sculptures of nature and provide interest for the eye throughout the year, as well as being effective natural barriers.