Monday, March 1, 2010

March is finally here!

We had glorious weather today to welcome the new month. I always enjoy March, it is a month of many changes and seems shorter than 28 (/29) day February. We were in the double digits today, and it was so enjoyable to spend time at a local park. I *think* the buds on my lilacs are starting to green. I look forward to the upcoming growth.



I tend to stay off of paths, and find tree lined walks through the park.


The sky was an amazing colour, this picture doesn't do it justice.




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  1. AnonymousMarch 1, 2010 at 10:54 PM

    March is definitely here, it’s the month when the weather is most unpredictable... Yesterday it was +18C and in two days they are forecasting snow! But the buds on trees are not wrong - spring is here.

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  2. CyndyMarch 2, 2010 at 3:34 AM

    Oh my, that sky is lovely and the lilac buds exciting. Happy Spring!

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  3. CanadianGardenJoyMarch 2, 2010 at 4:03 AM

    Rebecca girl that BLUE sky is wonderful to see !
    We just might get some blue in our lives too this week ;-)
    I love the stand of trees .. I have a things for trees as it is .. they have such character !
    Lets hope we can really get in our gardens and get some work done ? .. I will feel bad about my old lilac coming out (but I will try to do that method you suggested to save a root section to sprout over the season in a pot .. fingers crossed!) Finding a new specimen tree to take up that corner .. well the Korean Maple I want is like an IMPOSSIBLE MISSION so far ;-( .. but I will keep trying !!

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  4. Rebecca @ In The GardenMarch 2, 2010 at 7:30 AM

    Hi vrtlarica, I'm sure we will have snow again too, it often snows off an on til the end of May! But we'll enjoy the warm weather while we can.

    Hi Cyndy, Welcome! Thanks for your post. Any sign of growth is so exciting after a long winter, I'm glad you like my sky picture. Interesting about the 'pharoah hound', I've been thinking lab/greyhound based on looks and personality. I'll post about her soon, I'm a little worried about the potential effect on my garden, and hope to find some good advice through bloggers.

    Hi Joy, Trees are wonderful! They look fine without added decoration (shrubs, flowers etc.), but I find the reverse isn't true. Smaller plants *need* a backdrop of tall trees. I'll keep my fingers crossed for your lilac, and that you find your Korean Maple soon.

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  5. Catherine@AGardenerinProgressMarch 2, 2010 at 7:58 AM

    It sure looks like the beginning of Spring with that blue sky. I hope you have lots of Lilac flowers this year. Those are one of the flowers I always look forward to.

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  6. Shady GardenerMarch 2, 2010 at 2:17 PM

    Majestic trees, Rebecca. I'm glad you could spend time outdoors on such a beautiful-looking day! :-) Happy March.

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  7. miss mMarch 2, 2010 at 4:38 PM

    Grass and double digits ...what more could you ask for !

    What a lovely day and wonderful kickoff to a great month ahead ! Enjoy !

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  8. KynaMarch 2, 2010 at 4:41 PM

    My March came in like a lion lol. I hope the end of it looks as nice as your pictures do :D

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  9. Northern Beauty SeekerMarch 2, 2010 at 5:42 PM

    What a fabulous start to March! I love this month too, especially in the woods. You can hear the birds getting more active, the squirrels start chattering more, the water starts moving under the ice - all very exciting!

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  10. Rebecca @ In The GardenMarch 2, 2010 at 8:53 PM

    Hi Catherine, Thanks! I hope so too. I planted a new Mme Lemoine Treeform Lilac last year, and I'm anxiously waiting to see if it blooms for me this year.

    Hi Shady, It's amazing how good it feels to be out in the sunshine this time of year, I suspect we are all a little Vit D deficient!

    Hi miss m, thanks for your message, I hope all is well at your end of the country.

    Hi Kyna, than you should be able to count on 'out like a lamb' ;).

    Hi Ms S, Yes, the wildlife sounds are great, they all sound so happy!

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  11. Urban GreenMarch 2, 2010 at 11:09 PM

    Wishing you a lot of colors this spring...

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  12. Deborah at Kilbourne GroveMarch 3, 2010 at 4:06 AM

    Finally, Rebecca, March!!!!
    I hate Feb, but love March, especially with the week coming up, supposed to be warm every day. No snow in Toronto, but still a few feet up at Kilbourne Grove, I hope it will be gone soon.

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  13. Rebecca @ In The GardenMarch 3, 2010 at 9:52 AM

    Hi Urban Green, Thanks you for the lovely wish!

    Hi Deborah, Yes, it's quite a relief isn't it? I still have some snow in beds, and am debating whether to help clear it out, or leave it just in case.

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  14. Bangchik and KakdahMarch 4, 2010 at 10:20 AM

    March is the month where beauty will show its true color!! ~bangchik

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  15. VictoriaMarch 4, 2010 at 11:33 AM

    Hi Rebecca...yes the sky is super beatiful! Love the trees..gorgeous! Yay..March is here..wishing you much joy!
    Kiki~

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  16. Northern Beauty SeekerMarch 4, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    Rebecca, btw, I love your cheery new banner :-)

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  17. Rebecca @ In The GardenMarch 4, 2010 at 4:06 PM

    Hi Bangchik, I certainly hope so!

    Hi Kiki, same to you! I love mature trees, they make me feel calm.

    Hi Ms S, Thanks so much. I figured it was time for a change and people seemed to like my recent Shasta picture. :)

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