“The hand” is much better, while requiring continued respect and modified use, which is easily overlooked in the zeal of gardening. The same applied to our weather, at times greatly “improved,” then commanding our cooperation.
Synchronized planting pose…
Mapping out the new coordinates…making labels…director’s privileges
With a spurt of record-setting heat in early May, followed by more rain, the greens department, along with radishes and beets, are looking outstanding!
Greens galore…chard is trying to show off its senior status. Where’s Juni? Where’s Aspen?
Squash, melon, and cucumber seeds were planted a week ago, but have not yet emerged, as our weather has cooled. The first sowing of green beans is just saying hello. Tomatoes and basil continue to be secluded in the coldframe.
The house yard is coming alive now with various perennials, while transplanted annuals are “sitting” and waiting for some more warmth. Sages and butterfly weed are always the last to indicate their reboot, and most wintered perfectly, and are now sprouting new growth.
Success in overwintering the artichoke plant!
An added bonus is the blessing of nesting chickadees in a driftwood birdhouse purchased last summer. I was content to have it simply as garden art, but it is actually being use! Entry is near the top of the log, with a tiny overhang on it. They zoom in and out of it with no problem; not sure how the chicks will maneuver it without a perch. Obviously, I will be watching!
Chickadees in residence…do not disturb!
Off to a fabulous spring start!
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