Symi's Second Spring

The first rains have fallen early this year and, combined with warm temperatures and a reasonable amount of daylight, have triggered the 'second spring' that is characteristic of the Mediterranean climate. Late season walkers will enjoy an usual sight as many plants are up a month earlier than usual.

Nasturtiums germinating in my Symi garden, days after the first rains.

Just add water - wildflower seeds starting to germinate on the terraces in the Pedi valley. It does not take much rain to start things growing again.

The first cyclamen, spotted in a sheltered corner of the Pedi valley. Note the snail on the right.