It’s Not Fair!

Four inches of fresh snow? What sorcery is this? Yes, it is New England. If you don't like the weather, stick around, and it'll change. But Tomorrow is Palm Sunday, and I was going to put sugar snap pea seeds into the garden. I was going to put the shovels away today. Am I having …

Spring Routine

So who needs a gym membership this time of year? I have had wood to stack, garden beds to build and prepare, a shed that needs repair, and yard cleanup to do. Maple syrup season has closed, and the buds on the maples are just breaking. Now, I start my daily rounds checking for the …

Subtle

New England is picturesque in three of the four seasons. But please note you'll not find upbeat commercials for springtime in our region unless dour is your thing.

Rain

The rains of March and early April are here. The seeds are getting started, and I am more than a bit frustrated with the new "peat moss-free" seeding mix I am trying. Nevertheless, the maple sap is boiling, and the almost spring is upon us

Woodland Flowers

Despite the 36 degree windy weather this is what's in bloom today in my woodland garden