My spring sojourn through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic has been a time of great beauty, wonder, and education. From delicate wildflowers to bold and bright flowering trees, these countries offered a stunning array of blooms, despite the wintery weather. Enjoy the photos, Wish you could smell the fragrances! https://cynthiabrian.substack.com/p/spring-sojourn

Good morning. How is everyones gardens? What are you growing?

Do you feel the energy? Did you wake up one morning to witness most of the leaves on your deciduous trees unfurled? After our long, cold, rainy winter, the warmer weather you experience is a salve for your soul. Does your spirit soar when you say: “today is the day I will be digging in my garden?” https://cynthiabrian.substack.com/p/the-spirit-of-spring

Easy Backyard TreesScreen from neighbors and wind? Check. No extra care after getting established? Check. Perfect to hang decorative lights and ornaments? Check. No fussy leaves to clean up in the fall? Check. Who would not want a balsam fir? Abies balsamea grows in a symmetrical, pyramidal shape with no pruning from you! Their lush green needles are soft so they won't hurt when you brush up against them.Grow some today:

Any cat owners?
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Tomatoes in my greenhouse! How is everyone's spring planting coming along?

New to Florida zone 9a. Came from zone 6. Any tips