Signs of spring

Nearly all the peas have germinated and are growing well. Now they just need some warm weather to help them along.

One of the conkers (horse chesnuts) we planted last autumn has also germinated and so far looks healthy and strong.

The insects are also getting used to the warmer weather. A hardy wasp has started making a nest in the tool cupboard at the side of the shed, and the Maikäfer are in full flight.

Most of the seedlings are also now in bigger pots and will be ready to go into the border soon.