With the recent record high winter temperatures the natural world could be forgiven for believing that Spring has arrived, as shown in above image? Just twelve months after the ‘Beast from the East” snow showers, we have been more than 20 deg C higher! Hopefully not all will be lost when the cold weather returns. The crocuses, daffodils,snowdrops & snowbells beneath the steps in Church House Gardens are so beautiful. The Egyptian geese pair are almost certainly preparing to nest here this year, and two Mallard pairs already have a nests.
The new meadow, next to the river in Martin’s Hill park, is progressing well in only its second year. Looking good at the moment is the Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) especially in its pink form. Easy to miss, but well worth a close up view with its attractive flowers and feathery leaves (hence millefolium).
An area in the grounds of Bromley Palace Park (aka Civic Centre) has recently been restored by the local idVerde team as a sensory garden, including plants with various textures, smells, and tastes. Located near the canteen it is hoped that as the plants grow they will encourage both council staff and members of the public to sample the results. Originally created as part of the Thyme Out project this bed had become neglected and need of a make over. To find out more about this site, and the other features there, please go to our 
