Snowdrop Season
by Claire, February 15th, 2010 in In the Garden
My sister lives in Painswick, home of the Rococo Garden which is famous for its display of snowdrops. Yesterday we joined the throngs of ‘galanthaphiles’ – can’t believe there is actually a name for showdrop enthusiasts – for an afternoon in the sunshine and a good opportunity to get some practice in with my new camera.
For me, snowdrops are a welcome kind of snow – they mark the start of the gardening season and are a sign that spring is on its way. I read an interesting article recently about how snowdrops can be used in the treatment of Alzheimers and malaria, which is surely another good reason to celebrate these little beauties.
