Cinnamon Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I found several clumps of Snowdrops in full bloom under my front hedge earlier. It cheered me up no end. And my Daffs are well on their way too - Spring must be around the corner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 My snowdrops are peeking out under the box hedging. Daffs about 5" tall so far.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 No sign of mine....planted new daffs as they didn't grow at all last year...neighbour informed me the squirrels dig them up in winter for a quiet nosh when they forget where all there food is stashed under the snow.....don't know if it is true or not but i put in three dozen last year.Can't see any yet.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daphne Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I only have one clump of snowdrops under a hedge, my SIL gave them to me from her field in France about 5 years ago, they are very slowly bulking up, but only about 3" high so far. I also planted about 100 mini daffs, crocus, iris, tulips and wallflowers in a new bed last autumn where I can see them from the house, although I see quite a few have fallen prey to the hens and the cats. If/when they all flower I'll be a very happy bunny! What a nice thread - good times indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 My narcissi & hyacynths are in bud - waiting to bloom! I love the flowers of Spring & the baby animals too. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 I have two clumps of snowdrops either side of my gate which I can see from the kitchen. I planted them about 5 years ago I think, and the patch has almost doubled in size. They are just poking their little white heads up now. The first bits of green came up during the recent snow and it was lovely seeing them trying to burst through. I am really ready for Spring and all her glory now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Bit slow to get going up here, as usual but I have got 3-4cm of green peeking up in various parts of my new garden (I spent 2 days planting bulbs last Autumn so they'd better all make an appearance ). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grracee Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Yep, we got some snowdrops in the garden! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillM Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Oooops! I knew there was something I should have done a while ago.... If I plant the bulbs now will they survive until next spring do you think, or will I have thrown off their internal clocks I'll have a check this weekend to see if there are any bulbs showing their heads in the garden, in this part of Yorkshire, yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 No sign of anything in Sheffield. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali-s Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Nothing up here yet except muddy brown earth. Lost a few plants and shrubs as well with the extremely low temperatures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 The hyacinths in pots next to my front door are coming up and I've spotted something else but can't remember what I planted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillM Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 A surprise is even better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted January 28, 2011 Author Share Posted January 28, 2011 My blackcurrants and blueberries are showing signs of life too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I saw some small snowdrops on a grass verge on my way to the dentists this morning, made my day because it was bitter today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I've noticed a lot of new growth in the garden. I can't wait to give it a proper tidy up. It does make you feel better knowing that despite all the snow etc the plants have survived and will soon be in flower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I thought my snowdrops weren't out, but realised yesterday that they are, just hidden under long grass and bramble Now, if I didn't have chickens, I wouldn't notice them at all, because they are at the end of the garden and I probably wouldn't venture up there at this time of year! My jasmine has been flowering for weeks, viburnum tinus is going to burst into flower soon, and the willow has big fat buds on. It does lift the heart, doesn't it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JillM Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 Just checked the front garden on the way out to my local park to have a look at the chickens for sale and there ARE snowdrops in Sheffield! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I feel a song coming on - showing my age here "snowdrops and daffodils remind me of youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu" - didnt Darna sing that many yrs ago in the Eurovision? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gongladosh Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 the daffs have just poked through in Manchester! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I have a lovley winter jasmine in flower, also a viburnum and some helebores Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckmum6 Posted January 29, 2011 Share Posted January 29, 2011 I haven't seen any yet, I shall have to have a closer look tomorrow, feed up of only being at home in the dark! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grracee Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Here's our first snowdrops coming out, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Lovely - I keep meaning to buy some snowdrops for the garden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Speckled Hen Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 Masses all down our lanes here A few of the hazels facing south have opened their catkins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
