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

The colourful displays of tulips are the main players in the formal walled garden at Westbrooke House

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.

Make more plants this month by dividing perennials, sowing hardy annuals and planting summer bulbs

MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE THIS MONTH WITH OUR GUIDE TO THE CHANGING SEASONS

What to plant, pot, plan and prune this month, plus a few treats to buy and inspiration further afield