Not much was blooming at the arboretum on Monday, but there were still interesting things to see.
False Spirea - I just love the electric color on the new leaves!
Chinese Lilac - The contrast between the large white lenticels and bright cinnamon colored bark caught my eye.
Rose variety - Isn't it such a study of opposites to consider how this evil looking vine will create silky soft petals?
Cinnamon Maple - Peeling bark is always fun - the little babe just can't help herself to a piece.
It was an unseasonably warm day - near 70 F. It will not stay consistently warm like this for a while, but the sun did feel good on my face and it was nice to not have to even wear a coat. Strange, but nice. Spring is here.