Adrian Thomas looks to the skies for three special birds that you may see over your garden or might even attract into your space to breed

Erysimum Rysi Copper One of the definitions of a wallflower is that of a shy and awkward person with whom nobody wants to dance: I am sure we have all felt like that at some point in our adolescence.

There comes a time every year, somewhere between the middle of March and the first week of April, when I am possessed by my garden. It runs through my veins like a dancing river, occupies my sleep wit

Bulbs planted in autumn come to life now and deliver vibrant bursts of colour – a joy to see after the dark winter months. Daffodils (more on those overleaf) and tulips are enduring symbols of spring

Karen Youngs encounters a couple of bachelors looking for love as the season shifts into spring

Now spring is in sight, gorgeous plants herald a new season