At the physical and historic heart of Wisley, the Wild Garden is bursting into life at this time of year. With the winter plants still hanging on (see the witch hazel in my last blog) the seasons seem to be colliding, and the effect is truly enchanting! Billy and his colleagues have been weeding out... Read more..

A soft, light-filled, bird chirping beckons through curtains, before my alarm has even contemplated jarring my dreams with its woeful lament. Despite the faltering march toward springs symphony (yes we know Siberian snow) there remains optimism. At Wisley the *** willows from Seven Acres to the Aboretum... Read more..