India, April 30 -- We recently moved into our new home and have been thoroughly enjoying its insides as much as its gardens. The most exciting part about its gardens are the two big trees: The mighty maple in the backyard and the magnificent birch wood tree in the front yard. The maple tree, with its strong branches and leafy shade invites cardinals, robins, chickadees and hummingbirds all day. The birch wood tree with its beautiful white peeling bark and serrated leaves makes the loveliest rustling sound in the breeze.

In one corner of the garden, a fountain of rose bushes sprout, the reticent buds not yet revealing the colour of its flower. There are other perennials too - forsythias, irises and lilies in other flower beds, and a few m...