As evidenced by the snow on this rhody, Tuesday morning temperatures are still below freezing. School was cancelled today in the Anacortes School District. Snowfall has stopped, however, and strong winds have cleared many open areas. My hat is off this morning to all of those who made it to work to keep the wheels […]
Sure, we’ve had to scrape our windshields several mornings recently, but it really is spring, as evidenced by the buds on this rhododendron bush. Many gardeners have already started work in anticipation of the season’s full bloom.
Sun levels have been disappointing in recent days, but the evidence is clear … there has been enough light and warmth to start things popping in the wonderful world of Fidalgo Island flora. Backyard splashes of color to date include cherry blossoms, camelia bush and a couple of rhodies. Of course, daffodils and tulips are […]
Whoa! Where did March go? This bud, the first of two blossoms on a rhododendron bush in the garden, tells the story of what’s to come … lots of glorious color … and “opportunities” to spend some quality time with garden tools.
A visit to my talented friends at How It Works was made brighter today by this blooming rhody, a welcome splash of color in an otherwise green and gray winter environment. Nice to see a little color on the pallete. Landscaping at the graphics house is gorgeous, and particularly colorful in the spring.