All winter we anticipate the arrival of spring, and suddenly it is here. Spring energises us and our gardens, and we can’t wait to feel the soil and start working, immediately at peace. Our senses are heightened. Seeing flowers, hearing birdsong, touching and feeling texture. We welcome spring, feeling hopeful and joyful.

The February garden is sunfilled and feeling the heat. Summer flowers are embracing the summer sun and feeling very much alive,...