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The bluebells have virtually gone now, but they\u2019re being replaced by all manner of exciting flora and fauna.\u00a0 <\/span>There is something very beautiful about the wild verges on the country lanes, which on initial inspection look like they are sporting 20-30 different shades of green (and often they are), but nestled in amongst the green rainbow is an eclectic mix of wild flowers and grasses, interspersed with \u2018weeds\u2019 that would be removed if they were in the vegetable patch, but somehow fit quite beautifully with all their friends!<\/p>\n The May\/June transition is a wonderful time of year as the promise of the warm summer days turns in to a reality.\u00a0 <\/span>The mice of Brambly Hedge are starting to keep their eyes open for wild strawberries, and the elderflowers are emerging along with many bottles of cordial.\u00a0 <\/span>The strawberries will provide the basis for many pots of jam to see the mice through the year, along with fresh strawberry cakes laced with coulis and compotes.<\/p>\n