Wow! Another warm week here in Lancaster. I'm becoming a firm (and happy) believer in Lancaster County Warming, at least for this spring anyway! Global Warming is a more unsettled issue. There are lots of signs that spring is here in our yard and garden. I've become convinced that "yellow" should be declared the official color of spring. The daffodils and forsythia are pretty overwhelming in their displays.
A neighbor's forsythia in full bloom.
Of course, those of us who suffer from pollen allergies may begin feeling a little stuffy. Our cherry tree is in full bloom and lots of flying creatures are working on the pollination project they've been assigned. And the street tree in front of our house, shown below, seriously adds to a sneezy problem.
Spring blossom fest in Lancaster
The strawberries are also blooming. We're hoping for a nice crop again this year!
The raspberry runners have begun popping up all over. Each year, we have to thin out most of the runners or they would completely overwhelm the area. Does anyone want some runners to start?
And, of course, there are always some chores to take care of. One is cleaning up the flower pots you've been using for several years. Soil and fertilizers leave a buildup of various salts on the pots that should be removed. To do this, use a solution of one part bleach and nine parts water in a bucket. Soak the pots for a few hours and then scrub them out with a stiff brush. You will want to wear rubber gloves for this project. Let them dry thoroughly before re-filling the pots with soil.
Getting pots ready for the new season!
Have a great weekend in this wonderful weather! I hope to see you again soon!
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