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

THIS WEEK AT GLEBE COTTAGE

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

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.

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

Pop bulbs in borders or pots now for stunning summer blooms year after year