🌱 Frosty Surprise in Valley East! Who Else is Holding Off on Planting? ❄️
Well, that was unexpected! A frosty surprise swept through Valley East this morning, catching many of us off guard. While the calendar says it's planting season, Mother Nature clearly has other ideas. Temps dipped just enough to coat lawns and rooftops with a fine icy shimmer — a classic northern Ontario reminder that we’re not quite in the clear yet.
I’ll admit, I’m breathing a little sigh of relief that I held off on planting my garden. The itch to get out there and sink my hands into the soil is real, but mornings like this prove it's worth playing the waiting game. That frost could have easily nipped tender seedlings and set things back.
If you’re feeling just as eager to plant but holding off, you're not alone. Local growers and green thumbs around the Valley are all watching the skies, waiting for that true stretch of warm nights to settle in. It’s a test of patience, for sure — but one that usually pays off with a stronger, healthier garden.
So, who else is resisting the urge? Have you already started your garden indoors or tucked a few hardy plants outside under cover? Let’s share our garden plans and tips in the comments — and maybe even make a friendly bet on when the last frost will actually pass!
Until then, keep your mugs warm and your seedlings warmer. Spring's just taking its sweet time this year. 🌸
🌱 Frosty Surprise in Valley East! Who Else is Holding Off on Planting? ❄️
Well, that was unexpected! A frosty surprise swept through Valley East this morning, catching many of us off guard. While the calendar says it's planting season, Mother Nature clearly has other ideas. Temps dipped just enough to coat lawns and rooftops with a fine icy shimmer — a classic northern Ontario reminder that we’re not quite in the clear yet.
I’ll admit, I’m breathing a little sigh of relief that I held off on planting my garden. The itch to get out there and sink my hands into the soil is real, but mornings like this prove it's worth playing the waiting game. That frost could have easily nipped tender seedlings and set things back.
If you’re feeling just as eager to plant but holding off, you're not alone. Local growers and green thumbs around the Valley are all watching the skies, waiting for that true stretch of warm nights to settle in. It’s a test of patience, for sure — but one that usually pays off with a stronger, healthier garden.
So, who else is resisting the urge? Have you already started your garden indoors or tucked a few hardy plants outside under cover? Let’s share our garden plans and tips in the comments — and maybe even make a friendly bet on when the last frost will actually pass!
Until then, keep your mugs warm and your seedlings warmer. Spring's just taking its sweet time this year. 🌸