Early April buds and flowers in Maree's and Janice's front gardens in Vancouver

Before the promised rains returned, I spent some time shooting in Janice's and Maree's front gardens (both lawns have disappeared).  The light but persistent breezes repeatedly forced me to wait for minutes, but the youthfulness of the buds is amazing.

Magnolia bud

Pulmonaria (Lungwort) just starting to open

Primula Veris

Flowering currant

Moss--what grows best in our rain forest.

Hellebore

Pieris Japonica

Sempervivum (Hens and chicks)

Sempervivum

Primula Veris

English Daisy

Apple Tree Bud just appearing

Apple Tree Bud in first morning light

Hyacinth

Candytufts

An anemone blanda waiting to be opened by the warmth of the sun

Candytufts just starting to open