4/29/08
Spring is such a tease. We just finished what might be a record-breaking stretch of gorgeous weather — two solid weeks of sunny, dry, warm — during which the ground changed from bare to green, the perennials jumped up 6-12 inches, the early flowering shrubs and bulbs came into bloom, the cool-season seeds germinated. This wonderful run ended with a 4″ rainfall, to be followed now by 3 days in the 40s and nights in the 20s.
Arrgggghhhhh!
All the potted plants on the deck have to go back inside. All the tender blossoms and sprouts must be covered. The windows closed again, the furnace reactivated, extra layers of clothing donned. Six months of winter, two weeks off, now back to winter again. (Yes, the word “snow” has snuck back into the forecast as well.)
Arrrggggghhhh!
I’m afraid to look outside tomorrow morning to see what got killed or damaged by the cold. Still, things are better than last year: At this time, we still had snow on the ground (a big nor’easter on the 16th, resulting in 4 days without power) and my first daffodil didn’t bloom until May. Every year contains a setback, which isn’t really a setback because it’s absolutely normal for things to rollercoaster at this time of year. There’s a reason we don’t plant until Memorial Day!
A few days ago, I heard from a friend in Minnesota. Things are further behind up there, and everywhere north of here. Nothing like perspective to stop one from whining!
Gotta keep in mind that crisp weather is best for doing heavy yard work, or lounging around inside with a book. Perhaps update the list and plans for the garden. After all, the dip is only for two days, this time . . . when it ends, things will start growing so fast that I won’t be able to keep up!
Carolyn Haley
Author: Open Your Heart with Gardens
Posted by: Opening the heart, gardens, gardening, yard, plants, spring — Carolyn Haley
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