Last year I only photographed my garden in late spring (after I had planted lots of perennials and shrubs) and then at the end of summer. I was so surprised to compare the two sets and see how much the garden had grown in such a short amount of time. This year, I’d like to make an effort to document the growth better, and started taking photos after the beginnings of my spring cleanup. I’m hoping not to miss all the progress this time (or take the time to notice it).
Right now, the early spring bulbs are in bloom; crocus, narcissus, and glory of the snow. Our forsythia bushes should be blooming, but my attempts at controlling them and cutting them back must have stunted the flowers for this year… we probably have about 30 single blooms, it’s pretty sad. The tulips have sprouted but not opened yet, and the lilac and magnolia have buds and should be flowering sometime in May.
For my garden to do’s, I’ve got a lot of spring raking, as well as finally making decisions on which herbs and vegetables we’ll be growing this year and ordering my seeds stat. I just received a lovely card with Iranian Basil seeds, shared with me by a fantastic friend (thanks, Lori!).
What are you hoping to grow in your garden this season? Hope yours is in a springtime full bloom.