I count the passing of the seasons by what’s happening in my garden. I know spring is near when the witch hazel blooms. Then the snow recedes, and the snowdrops appear. Daffodils and other spring flowering bulbs follow. When the early flowers bloom, the air takes on their fragrance, but none are as fragrant as … Continue reading Spring is in the Air
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Lilacs? In October?
I absolutely love lilacs (Syringa vulgaris). They are the essence of spring in one wonderful breath. Their flowering inevitably makes me smile. Until now.Several years ago, in order to add a touch of spring to late summer/early fall, I added a reblooming lilac bush to my yard. It’s planted beside my driveway and sports smaller … Continue reading Lilacs? In October?