Tuesday, February 25, 2025

The Sweet Scent of Spring



While waiting for Spring's arrival, I have enjoyed browsing through some of my gardening books.  This morning I pulled this one from the shelf.  


I purchased it awhile ago at a used bookstore.
Published in England in 1992, it is geared toward the youngest gardeners.
Each season offers simple projects sure to spark a lifelong interest in gardening.


Although I no longer qualify for being a young gardener, the sweet projects and delightful artwork of Beatrix Potter make me excited for the gardening season to begin.


Here is a little gardening project that is taking place in my house right now.
Hyacinth In A Jar


Mine came from Aldi.
I found one with two buds on it.
When the first one bloomed it kind of tipped over.
I don't mind as the smell is so reminiscent of springtime.
Every time I catch a whiff the excitement for Spring's true arrival begins.
I plan to keep the vase it's in and start my own next year.


While it's a bit early for Easter decorating, I couldn't resist changing out the display on my island to something more springlike.
Until now, the snowmen have been on display.


After arranging my display I placed the hyacinth near the bunny.
He looks quite pleased with the scent too.

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3 comments:

  1. What a delightful gardening book. The illustrations are wonderfull.

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  2. That looks like such a fun book!
    I'm happy for Spring too and am ready to start getting some Spring things out in the house. I really like your rabbit.

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  3. The book is such a treasure. Lovely start to your spring decor. Your long dough bowl looks a lot like the way I use mine during the spring. I hope to get my spring decor up soon.

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