Spring into Action

We are now nearly a third of the way through Spring. It has not disappointed, with some glorious days on the Pennines and, of course, some dreek and dank ones too. The gardens and gardeners have now sprung into action and there is a noticeable burst of activity. I always feel removing the covers from the garden furniture marks a critical day in the garden calendar and the onset of a series of jobs.

The picture shows the difference when the covers have been removed and the jet wash has blasted away the winter grime. No wonder it puts a spring in the step.

Before

After, during the inspection

It is revealing how much difference  a patio spring clean can make. The small tub in the centre has been a particular success, with the stark white of the fritilaria uva vulpis, a definite for repeating next year.

Other important jobs have included mulching, raking the lawn and some shifting of plants from conservatory to cold frame. This in turn creates more indoor space for yet more seeds and repotting of seedlings. In other words it is all go!

The same is true of the plant kingdom and the joy of seeing the new buds and the start of regrowth is simply a delight.