Buds on hold

Azelea buds Camellia buds Magnolia buds

We’ve got all these buds in our garden holding out for warmer weather before they decide it’s safe to open.

The yellow azelea which smells of coffee and sweat has swollen flower buds ready to burst.

The camellia buds have been present since Christmas and have been in a dormant state ever since.

The stellata magnolia’s furry buds are poised to break into flower, with their pure white fronds only just under the surface.

Just when will I be able to greet these flowers properly?