Thursday, April 22, 2010

Wisconsin Spring


Spring doesn't come easily to central Wisconsin. We have had a few days in the high 70's and even an 80 degree day. After surviving 5 months of winter, residents are panting for green grass, flowering trees, sunny daffodils, and blazing tulips.

This branch is from an ornamental tree in my backyard. It is always exciting to see buds sprout out of dead looking branches.

One woman's weeds are another woman's flowers. I enjoy seeing dandelions in April -- they are little dots of sunshine in the lawn and a true sign of the season.

Most annuals cannot be safely planted outside until after Mother's Day. However, pansies are hearty cold weather plants, and I've taken advantage of that and have 3 pots of various pansies on the front porch. An early taste of annuals to come.









Watson accompanied me outside and is sunning himself while I take pictures.
He likes spring because he gets more frequents walks.

I've always contended I wouldn't miss seasons if I could live in a warm climate year 'round.....this spring had me questioning that. While I would sacrifice winter in a heartbeat, spring is THE breath of fresh air after arctic weather and truly a sign of rebirth.




4 comments:

Just Earn said...

I love gardening. Beautiful flowers.

Glenn Mark Cassel said...

I live in the Desert. Weeds grow well after the winter rains. All decorative stuff is in pots. Easier to take care of. The place we are renting has no lawn front or back. And we are thinking of moving down to Rosamond when this lease is up. Closer to things than California City. And it is where we will stay put.

ドンサントス said...

I love gardening, Fishing, traveling,etc.

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