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Spring and the Snow

  

A street tree, likely a hybrid, shows the its bloom under the snow.

A street tree shows signs of spring under the snow.

The weekend’s snow and slush is a perfect reminder that all the work we gardeners do, the plants work every day, in the same place, no matter the conditions.  I spotted this maple streetside in a Denver neighborhood and thought “The new leaves look so green under the white snow.”  I returned with my camera as evening was falling and discovered something quite different!
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It’s snow lovely

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Wednesday’s sudden snow may have been inconvenient for an evening commute, but it sure was lovely. Members who turned out for their night got a real treat, as long as they enjoyed the snow.  I popped out and grabbed a few shots before the flakes melted into my clothes. 
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It’s a tough, bulbous life.

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The life of a bulb is a tough one.  For the bulk of the year, the plant lives underground and dormant, enduring until it’s time to shine.  These Iris just get themselves up and going and Sunday’s snow put the brakes on. Nonetheless, winter will end and more and more bulbs and flowers will take advantage of warming spring to make their entry into life above ground. 


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