As for many of you, this winter has been exceptionally mild. It’s not unusual for us to get a burst of above freezing temps for a few days, or even a week in February, but it doesn’t last.
Except for this year.
Other than the first week, day-time temps have consistently been above freezing, even making it into double digits a couple of times. And its expected to remain that way right until the end of the month.
Of course, that means my gardens are getting very excited.
There is just green everywhere you look! And not just bulbs, but most of the perennials are greening up too.
I’m trying not to get too excited. Normally, I wouldn’t see flowers of any sort until the middle to end of April. I did plant some early bloomers (crocus, snowdrops, and winter aconite) but still – in a normal world, I wouldn’t be seeing them bloom until early April at the earliest.
I certainly wouldn’t be seeing hyacinths budding up in mid-February!!!!!
Andy pussywillow “blooming” this early – definitely unusual
So far, it’s only the pink one. But the black one isn’t far behind – and the regular one, and weeping pussywillow out front are budding up. As are the lilacs and my Burning Bush.
It’s got me really worried that this mild February means something really nasty is coming for us in March!
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I have that same fear.
While it is nice to see signs of spring, I know it is probably not a GOOD sign.
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Is has been a mild Winter, but I haven’t yet seen much greening going on here yet.
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Same here. I’m waiting for the snowstorm in March to wipe everything out. My daffodils are all in bloom right now and my narcissus are in bud. It’s going to be a bleak spring around here with everything already doing its thing.
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We’re still covered in snow from the 8 1/2 inches that fell the other day. But the next four days are supposed to be in the 40’s. Such an odd winter. I have to say that I have enjoyed the milder weather we’ve had but I know it’s not the best thing for the plants because of the cold that will still come. Next weekend will be in the single digits. Brrrr.
Blessings,
Betsy
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I have heard from many bloggers that they have signs of spring. So maybe spring will be early!! Fun to see green:)
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Same here with the warmer temperatures and signs of spring everywhere. I keep reminding myself that March can bring some unpleasant weather.
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Isn’t that the truth! We’ve had some nasty March blizzards in year’s past! The green sprouts are so exciting–the pink pussy willows are incredible!
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We’ve had some nice days lately, t snow and cold is predicted for this week. My little primroses are being tested, that’s for sure.
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