Dear subscriber

Garden inspiration can

strike when you least expect it – from neighbourhood window boxes to fragrant blossom in the park; from a self-sown plant in the pavement to flower-filled roundabouts, alive with colour.

Plant-life is bursting out all over this month, greening up our city streets and country paths alike – and we all benefit from these nature moments.

We know from the past two years of restrictions how we’ve benefited from the daily dose of green inspiration (‘green-spiration’

anyone?) to be found in our gardens, balconies and house plants. So here in this issue, we give you another 392 ways to be uplifted and inspired – out and about across the nation, through our muchloved 2 for 1 Gardens guide and card. Among the 392 participants, you’ll find gardens and parks of every size and style ready to welcome you – and with great savings whether you’re travelling alone, as a couple or family, there’s every reason to explore more.

It’s also the month where flower shows bloom, brimming with ideas – from our own Spring Fair at Beaulieu (see left) to the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show, on our TV screens from Sunday 22 May (turn to page 29). Closer to home, your six packs of free seeds with this issue are our green gift that keeps giving, from fast-growing herbs to long-lasting flowers.

So wherever you seek your nature moments this month, there’s

green-spiration to be enjoyed at every turn. It’s time to dive in!