Why We Garden, Part III

Coming into the nursery today, I saw that the Daffodils are finally caving in, and admitting to the fact that Spring is here. As I walk around the nursery, I can see signs of Spring everywhere. The Jessamine & Lilac Vines are already in bloom. The first of the Flowering Pears & Flowering Cherries are in full, glorious bloom. The Japanese Camellias are ready to pop, along with the Lilacs, Wisteria, & Fragrant Daphne. Each day, something new is opening up in brilliant splendor.

I've always felt that the best time of year was the during the transition between seasons, just before the full force of Spring, or Winter, or Fall has hit. When the first hints of change are in the air, and every day brings a new suprise. Its amazing how each time I experience it, it seems like for the first time.

Despite the dreary cold, Spring is coming!

Douglas Welch has his own comments on the coming of Spring.