In the garden, hellebores and snowdrop bulbs are emerging through the wintry ground, while beyond, in borrowed views, dangling catkins and blossom-laden blackthorn branches sway in the hedgerows. Thes

One of the most rewarding ways to enjoy this quieter time of year is to make a trip to your nearest snowdrop garden. This February, galanthophiles from across the world will travel to Somerset for She

There is something magical about the snowdrops at Colesbourne Gardens. Thousands of dainty flowers march into the distance under trees, their white skirts lifting gently in the breeze. In places, they

Hunting Brook, the garden of Jimi Blake, is surrounded by woodland, so at the height of the growing season, this treasure-filled horticultural haven is cradled in 50 shades of green. But now, in the q

In spring, thousands of daffodils illuminate the fields and riverbanks at Farndale, in a corner of North Yorkshire rich in folklore and history

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