Outside, snowdrops are forging their way through the sodden clay soil in a bid to join the hellebores. Plans to reinforce the bee path are on hold, balmy temperatures are tempting our winged foragers to venture out of the hive when they should be sleeping. A worrying trend; they are tiring now having missed a cold snap for hibernation. Without doubt, they are confused and a little snappy like school children at the end of term! Chilly days are forecast, which is welcome news for the January gardener, for this is the month for structural maintenance, whilst the flora and fauna are sleeping.
