Imbolc

honeysuckle

The beginning of February brings the pagan celebration of Imbolc where the first signs of spring are said to be felt. After a very mild winter so far in the North of England already the woods are starting to come alive, the honeysuckle has a show of new leaves whilst the dog’s mercury is starting to straighten from its bowing position of new life responding to the longer days. After walking through the woods today spring may not officially be here but its presents is starting to show. In the garden Blackbirds are busy building their nests. The question is will winter return.     

  

Mercurialis perennis, commonly known as dog's mercury