This Week at a Glance

April will be here in just a couple of days, and I couldn’t be happier. I’m sure you’re probably feeling the same.

The past two days have brought the kind of spring weather that makes you want to stay outside until the light starts disappearing.

We reached about 60°F, the sun was out, and after a stretch of gray days (and one with torrential downpours), it felt like I needed to fully take advantage of this time to play in the garden.

These sunny days were such a gift, and I’m ready for more!

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There was plenty of weeding, birdbath cleaning, and general garden bed clean-up going on around here, and it felt so good to get my hands back in the dirt.

This time of year reminds me how quickly everything starts to shift. One minute, you’re clearing away winter’s leftovers, and the next, you’re making room for all the new growth that’s just around the corner.

And with April almost here, it really does feel like the season is beginning to pick up speed.

In the Garden and Greenhouse

The greenhouse is about to get even busier because next week I’ll be sowing the sunflower seeds.

I’ve found that starting sunflowers indoors gives them a much better chance in my garden. If I direct sow them outside too early, the birds act like I’ve put together a full spring buffet just for them.

It’s hard to believe that in just a couple of weeks, I’ll be hardening off the seedlings and overwintering geraniums from the greenhouse. Even though our last frost date average here in Zone 8B can be as early as March 21st, I always wait until about mid-April before I start acclimating the plants.

I’ve learned that patience goes a long way this time of year. Spring likes to keep us on our toes around here.

I’m also getting especially excited about the tulips in the cut flower garden this spring. A lot of them haven’t bloomed yet, but they’re coming along, and I already know they’re going to be worth the wait.

For now, I’m looking back at the photos from around this same time last year.

And while we’re talking about spring favorites, daffodils continue to hold a very special place in my heart. Why do I love these spring bulbs so much?

April Gardening Plans

Besides continuing with the seasonal garden clean-up, these are a few of the April projects I’ll be working on:

It’s one of those busy, but happy seasons where the to-do list gets longer, yet somehow it feels exciting rather than overwhelming.

Life Lately

And before I go, I have a baby goat update for you.

The girls are doing great, and I went to visit them again yesterday.

I’m not saying I’m completely smitten…but I’m also not not saying that.

They were every bit as sweet as you’d expect, and checking in on them was the perfect way to end such a beautiful stretch of spring weather.

On the Blog This Week

My Favorite Inspiration Around the Web This Week

You’ll fall in love with this gorgeous home.

If you’re still looking for a great Easter breakfast idea, you’ll love this one.

If you love peonies, you will love this post.

I love this Hibury Court home from the Marie Flanigan portfolio.

The ultimate dessert grazing board.

These are the prettiest DIY monogrammed Easter eggs ever!

Looking Ahead

As we say goodbye to March and step into April, I’m feeling so ready for this next part of the season. Wishing you a beautiful week filled with sunshine, fresh blooms, and a little extra kindness.

Until next time,