Reap The Rewards

For me, the thud of a seed catalogue on the doormat signals the start of spring in all its glory, but I’m a bit behind in the garden this year. I’m hoping my green fingers might get a move on with the promise of a cocktail at the end of it all, thanks to Piccolo’s clever seed collection. This trio of herbs – spearmint, shiso and lemon balm – has been chosen for its mojito-enhancing properties, and aren’t the packets pretty? They’re great for popping in the post to cheer up distant friends.

Piccolo Cocktail Herbs Seed Collection, £9, Smith & Goat.