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

● Pashley Manor Gardens Tulip Festival Easter Monday 21st April – Bank Holiday Monday 5th May, East Sussex Pashley’s annual tulip festival is a riot of elegant planting, with over 48,000 tulip bulbs c

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

Spring is unfurling in Fiona Cumberpatch’s container garden in Lincolnshire and she’s appreciating every small stage

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