Brunnera ‘Jack Frost’
Today marks the winter solstice here in the northern hemisphere; the shortest day of the year. And while, as a gardener, you might think this would leave me cold, in fact, it’s just the opposite.
From here on, the days get longer! Spring is almost within sight (or is at least possible to fathom). The snowdrops are already coming up! It might not be time to dust off the gardening gear just yet, but I’m starting to plan the purchases necessary to begin construction on the back garden. I’ve got magazines and books marked with countless sticky notes, the design is almost finalized (details to come) and oh, I’m just itching to get outside. Anyone with me? Or just trying to get through the Christmas season?
Craig says
I wish I could get in the mood for spring, but it seems so far away. Here in Denver we are under two to three feet of snow
melissa says
I’am with you all the way. Was poking around in the garden today to see if any early bulbs were up.
Maryam in Marrakesh says
Can’t wait to see what you do for the design!!!
Ros says
I also get a sense of relief that the days begin to get longer now, although getting up in the dark after the holiday will still be difficult! I saw a daffodil in full bloom in a garden yesterday, can’t cope with daffs before Christmas! Have a Happy Christmas, from a UK reader!