Spring Arrives

For those of you living in northern Ohio, it doesn't feel like spring.   Temperatures in the 30F range and lows expected this week down to upper teens reminds us the old man winter still has an icy grip upon us.

But there are signs of spring coming out.   Two of the early wild flowers around here are out - Skunk Cabbage and Snowdrops.

Skunk cabbage always remind me of sculptures.   The shape and graceful lines feel like they have been sculpted from the earth.

Although not native to the United States, the snowdrops are a small and gentle reminder that the wild flowers of April, that we all love so much, are coming.  These gentle plants are native to Europe and were introduced by travelers.   Over the years, they 'escape' from planted gardens and can now be found in low lying, wet, woody areas.  

Enjoy your spring.