Prickly Pear Cactus Buds
It sure took you long enough! After a warm period in January and February we were hit with an unusually late but not totally unprecedented cold streak that lasted several days into March. As a result Spring was delayed a few weeks here in Central Texas but the emergence of the new growing season is finally beginning to pick up steam. Temperatures have been running above average again which apparently is the new normal but at least we've had rain on a somewhat regular basis. In between the springtime showers the days have been bright and mostly sunny which is perfect for generating new energy and bringing life and vitality to the garden. Bluebonnets are blooming in full force and other wildflowers are starting to make their appearance known in the meadows and along the roadsides. The wonderfully sweet-smelling golden balls of the huisache trees are on stunning display thanks to above average rainfall the past few months whereas the redbuds are already dropping their bright pink buds and leafing out in glorious green. Blackfoot daisies, square bud and pink evening primrose, Georgia blue speedwell, Carolina jessamine, Mexican honeysuckle, and trailing lantana are all showing their vibrant colors and sharing their intoxicating fragrances as well. And although we're well into the season everything still seems a just bit off so it will be interesting to see how it all plays out in the coming weeks. A little extra patience is definitely in order this year but those of you still dealing with cold and snow already know that!
Bluebonnets are blooming in full force and other wildflowers are starting to make their appearance known in the meadows and along the roadsides. The wonderfully sweet-smelling golden balls of the huisache trees are on stunning display thanks to above average rainfall the past few months whereas the redbuds are already dropping their bright pink buds and leafing out in glorious green. Blackfoot daisies, square bud and pink evening primrose, Georgia blue speedwell, Carolina jessamine, Mexican honeysuckle, and trailing lantana are all showing their vibrant colors and sharing their intoxicating fragrances as well.
And although we're well into the season everything still seems a just bit off so it will be interesting to see how it all plays out in the coming weeks. A little extra patience is definitely in order this year but those of you still dealing with cold and snow already know that!