The First Signs of Spring
This winter has been one of the coldest I can remember. It was a little delayed in arriving but then came out of nowhere with a chilly blast that had us keeping the fire in the stove going all day and night. The morning chores were a bulky affair with layer after layer of clothing being required, including scarves, gloves, beanies and hoods. We came close to frost, and whilst those of you who have experienced snow are probably laughing, for this coastal raised girl it was way too cold.
But now winter seems to have deserted us. Packed up overnight.
The last day or two has been mild, sunny and even a tad warm whilst working in the sun in the middle of the day.
We haven't lit the fire for a few evenings and yesterday at my potting table I put in capsicums, zucchini and tomato seeds. By the time the seedlings are big enough to be planted out I believe the ground will be warmer, and I'll have a head start on the Spring garden.
These snap dragons are providing beautiful winter colour in the vegetable garden at the moment. They've long been on my wishlist and I am so happy with them, I think they'll have to make an appearance every year.
But now winter seems to have deserted us. Packed up overnight.
The last day or two has been mild, sunny and even a tad warm whilst working in the sun in the middle of the day.
We haven't lit the fire for a few evenings and yesterday at my potting table I put in capsicums, zucchini and tomato seeds. By the time the seedlings are big enough to be planted out I believe the ground will be warmer, and I'll have a head start on the Spring garden.
These snap dragons are providing beautiful winter colour in the vegetable garden at the moment. They've long been on my wishlist and I am so happy with them, I think they'll have to make an appearance every year.
You'll remember our egg drought? Well it ended a few weeks ago when our Sussex hens and the Plymouth Rock crosses started laying. It's so enjoyable checking the nest boxes once more and having cartons of eggs in the fridge whenever we want them. I plan on setting some in Spring so hopefully we will have more Sussex pullets by next Autumn.
The Autumn chicks are growing, with this little chap being selected as a replacement Rooster when he grows up. Keeping young roosters in with the hens seems to boost their morale and productivity.
This place will be bursting with babies in a few months time with the cows due to calve next month, and the sheep following a month or two after that. I'm hoping for Spring rains so that the new babies will have green grass to enjoy, and I'm also hoping the babies will be safe from predators like they were last year.
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Is the weather being crazy at your place or are the seasons as they should and changing slowly?
What are you up to on the weekend?
You might like to bake this lemon slice (like I hope to), check out this creative new blog Dolly Henry (in the age of Instagram I feel it's important to support new blogs) or get out into the garden and enjoy the sunshine.
Whatever you chose, enjoy! x
Is the weather being crazy at your place or are the seasons as they should and changing slowly?
What are you up to on the weekend?
You might like to bake this lemon slice (like I hope to), check out this creative new blog Dolly Henry (in the age of Instagram I feel it's important to support new blogs) or get out into the garden and enjoy the sunshine.
Whatever you chose, enjoy! x