Columbine flowers, also known as Aquilegias or by their more common name of Grannyâ??s Bonnets, seem to have disappeared from most gardens over recent years.
Just when winter gardens plummet into the depths of their colourless dormancy, deciduous magnolias light up the sky with a breathtaking display of radiant blooms.
The white oleander is particularly low maintenance but should be avoided if you have small children or are near schools or public areas, as it can be incredibly toxic.