The first sighting of asparagus heralds the beginning of summer eating: afternoons on the patio and light, colourful, seasonal vegetables.

Over the last year of working from home, we have been photographing the same corner of a nearby field, watching it change with the seasons.

The second of our 5 rural reads: Isabella Tree's fascinating and enthusiastic account of rewilding a 3,500 acre farm in Sussex.

The garden has been a source of brightness throughout the winter. We've spent the last few months getting ready for the year's growing!

There is something about that first day of Spring. You know there will still be some colder, darker days ahead, but this day is a gift.