Easter 2005
With the Easter holidays fast approaching, we’ll all be keeping our fingers crossed for some super weather so we can enjoy our gardens. The Easter break marks the beginning of the gardening season for many people (although there’s still a few of us who keep going whatever the weather!) and there will be plenty of enthusiasm to get everyone’s fingers dirty.

Herbs
Herbs are without doubt, one of the most rewarding plants to grow. True, many of them may lack the razzmatazz of such bloomers as the rose or the dahlia, but there’s so much more to be said for having a constant supply of natural flavourings at your finger tips. It still surprises me that so many gardeners continue to ignore this enormously valuable group of plants, especially when they are generally so easy to grow.

Explore the World of Orchids
Mothers Day is fast approaching and many people’s thoughts will be turning towards houseplants as the ideal gifts. Be adventurous this year and explore some of the many different orchids which should be available.

Get to know your Onions
Have you started planning which vegetables to grow this year? Whilst it may still seem a little early to get into the vegetable plot, it won’t be long before sowing and planting time arrives, so better get prepared and start planning.

MARCH INTO THE GARDEN
March is a very exciting, although unpredictable month within the garden, but weather-permitting sees the start of great activity, both with ourselves and the awakening foliage and blooms that announce that spring is on the way.