Spring transitions bring beauty to the garden

These daffodils were planted from Easy Bloom Pads and I think they look great. Photos by Doug Oster Tribune-Review

The spring garden might be the most satisfying, especially as the daffodils and tulips share space with one fading and the other coming on strong.

Last fall I planted bulbs using a new product called Easy Bloom Pads. It’s a group of bulbs sold together in a biodegradable paper disc. The whole thing is planted  and when three or more are planted next to each other, they make a great drift of color in the spring.

A group of these pretty yellow tulips were planted using Easy Bloom Pads.

All the work last fall to plant the bulbs is paying off now. It’s a great time to jot down some notes about what looks good and where more bulbs are needed.

‘Sir Winston Churchill’ is a favorite daffodil. It’s a long bloomer, late bloomer and smells like gardenias.

Hyacinths hang on, releasing their magical perfume into the air.

Enjoy the subtle changes in the garden, each day brings something new to enjoy, take time to soak in the beauty.

‘Sir Winston Churchill’ is one of my favorite daffodils. It’s a late bloomer, long bloomer and smells like gardenias. What else do you need to know?

These daffodils were the star of the garden two weeks ago, now they will fade away, giving way to another plant.

Nothing smells better than hyacinths.

This Japanese maple is sending out new growth.