Feed the birds

We have some regular little birds in our garden, including a fiercely loyal (or greedy) fat wood pigeon who pecks at his rivals for the bird house grub. When we found these tough-skinned old apples growing wild at the back of the house we knew just where to put them.

Just In: Zinc Shaker Hearts

Shaker Heart Birdfeeder and Shaker Heart Votive , both £11.50 at Garden Boutique

We still love the rustic shaker hearts in the shop, but we jumped at the chance to get these zinc hearts in too. We do sell zinc everything, but that's because its cool, chic aesthetic lends itself to so many different garden designs and atmospheres. These two shaker hearts can be used indoor or out all year round, they are lightweight, inexpensive and oh so sweet.

GARDEN LOVERS IN MIDLANDS HOMES & INTERIORS

In Home style section this issue, Krysia Rozanska visits local shops offering fresh, new ideas for both Valentine's day and the home.
For Garden Lovers
The Garden Boutique in Birmingham's Custard Factory is the base talented garden designer, Alice Bowe. Apart from inspiration for your garden, the online shop has accessories, tools and gifts for your garden.

This simple, hanging tea light holder made from cut glass creates beautiful refractions whether it is hung or placed in an alcove. The tapered neck protects the tea light from being blown out bu the wind. Why not use it as a vase and cut a posy of snowdrops for your loved one?
One of the Editor's wish list this issue is our gorgeous shaker heart birdfeeder