More severe snow melt this weekend, not to mention mega amounts of rain, and that made me a happy man. A lot of plant life was revealed as a result, both good and bad. Here is a sampling of what I found:

The Hyacinths are indeed on their way.

 

As are many of the daffodils.

 

I was pumped just to see the buds that have formed on the Lilacs.

 

As with last year, I’m planning on pruning back the old wood on the Ninebark ‘Diablo’.

 

As It is now easier to identify the ‘older wood’ of the Ninebark by the grey color of the branches.

 

The Tsuga ‘Moon Frost’ took a major hit this winter, most likely from those dang rabbits.

 

Also taking a hit was Juniper ‘Gold Cone’, critter unknown.

 

I think I may have discovered a new breed of Boxwood, a nice brown and yellow variety.

 

I am very thankful to see Boxwood ‘Wedding Ring’ remained unscathed.

 

Nothing, I repeat nothing, could destroy my many Sweet Flag (Acorus).

 

And seeing the Sedum ‘Red Carpet’ fight though the ice was a most welcome sight.