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| Winter Aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) |
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| Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis 'Flore Pleno') |
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| Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis) |
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| Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis) |
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| Hybrid Lenten Rose (Helleborus x hybridus 'Sandy Shores') |
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| Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) |
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| Tommies (Crocus tommasinianus) |
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Rain is a vast improvement on snow I expect! It looks like you garden is moving more decidedly in the direction of spring.
ReplyDeleteYes, rain is good. We've had some strong storms, too, but not as bad as the tornadoes just south of us. Spring is beautiful, for sure. Hoping the winds won't be too damaging.
DeleteI love the Helleborus. I do not have any in my garden. I think I need to add some.
ReplyDeleteYour photos are beautiful. Thank you for sharing the start of Spring beauty.
Carla
Thanks, Carla. I highly recommend Hellebores. They're not native, but they aren't invasive, especially in our colder climates. They're among the earliest bloomers and bring such joy. :)
DeleteBeautiful! Each and every one of them.
ReplyDeleteIt has been raining here in Mississippi a lot too.
Happy spring! We've had a nice mix of rainy and dry days. Not enough warmth, but it's on its way! :)
DeleteOh, I'm excited to see your spring flowers Beth. The Winter Aconite photo is just beautiful. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Susie. :) They're all starting to bloom now, along with others since we're hitting a warm spell. Yay! Happy spring and Happy Easter!
DeleteYou are well ahead of me in the "spring growth" area. Even though we are only a few miles apart - it makes a big difference! Almost ended up in Madison today, but had to change plans at the last minute this morning.
ReplyDeleteI think we'll all get a taste of spring this week, with the warmer weather in the Midwest. When you're in Madison and you have some time to meet and chat at Olbrich or another garden, let me know. :)
DeleteIt's Hollis, once again saying "thanks" for beautiful photos, so cheery ... perfect for the end of a long challenging day! Still chilly here but suppose to change starting tomorrow (fingers crossed)
ReplyDeleteHi Hollis! You are so welcome, and thanks for sharing your amazing blog, too. I always enjoy my visits there. I hope spring is here to stay for both of us.
DeleteHappy Easter!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed day!
Happy Easter, Lea! Best wishes for the growing season ahead!
DeleteWhat a beautiful sight to see so many early blooms clothed in raindrops. We are dry here but expect rain next week with cooler temps.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I hope you got some rain, Donna. We haven't had much since this post, but more on the way (along with cold and a little s.... in a couple of days. Weird because we've been in the 80s for about a week.
DeleteGorgeous photographs and plants. I love the dew. What is it about dewdrops that capture so much magic?
ReplyDeleteThank you. Yes, dewdrops are special. The plants seem happy. :)
DeleteThey're all lovely Beth, and I'm sure even farther along now. I love winter aconite, but have never had luck growing it here. I'm going to try yet again this fall/next spring.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I've had mixed results with the Winter Aconites, too. I have a new site in mind for them--maybe they'll perform better there. Good luck!
DeleteEverything so lush & fresh, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteSpring has been pretty so far. Cold for a couple of days early next week, then back on track for mildish spring weather. I enjoyed my visit to your blog. :)
DeleteI sit by the fire and enjoy your raindrops
ReplyDeleteIt's warm here now. We had a very strange April, but May looks much better. Happy autumn to you. :)
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