High up in the Blaauwklippen valley in Stellenbosch the oak trees and jasmine are refusing to let the cold weather and lingering rains dampen their enthusiasm for spring. The intense bright green leaves of oak and the soft blush pink blossoms of jasmine are teasing us with their spring promises. The response to my winter workshops have been wonderful. Armed in winter warmth and waterproof layers, the winter garden still held much colour and continues to expresses itself so be