Subtle Bells Peal the Beauty of Spring
Without a doubt, there is no shortage of color throughout April and May. From the heights of flowering trees to the creeping lows of groundcovers, color abounds. This also implies that for a spring bloomer to be garden worthy, it must have abundant blossoms or colorful foliage. At least, that was my viewpoint when I first began to garden. As time passed, I began to better appreciate the small nuances that make for a great garden plant without the need for abundant flowers or brazen foliage.
Bruce Crawford
March can be such a finicky month! Several years ago, there was a long warm spell followed by two nights of extremely cold temperatures. The result was a multitude of Hydrangeas killed to the ground! Some years we see snow storm after snow storm, while some years it is merely rain. So far it has been a mild winter with a few cold snaps that may prove damaging to some early bloomers. Fingers crossed! Keep referring to your notes or diary from last year as to when you sowed seed and performed other chores as you need not reinvent the wheel. Also, keep making notes for this year so that you can see if any of the changes you made yield better results!
By Any Name, Ipheion Brings Spring Color
The month of January finally had some seasonal temperatures, a distinct difference from the cold temperatures of December. February is now the month to finalize any design considerations for the year to come since March becomes busy with outdoor gardening activities. This month is also the time to complete the ordering of seeds, since many of the more popular varieties will soon become sold out. On warmer days, make it a point to walk through your garden, enjoying its beauty and giving thought to exciting new spring improvements.
The Tree of Life for the Winter Garden!
