False Summer

It was summer today in Durham. Got up to 80°. This is no surprise because it is Spring break for DA and historically we would go away for spring break and it would be beautiful in Durham while we were away. Here’s the kicker, it will get cold again at least one more time. You can not let this false summer trick you into planting things.

I did order a big bag of Zinnia seeds today. My father used to order them in bulk and give me a few handfuls every year. I do miss him doing that for me. I know not to plant any seeds except for maybe arugula right now. Too bad I don’t have any of those seeds on hand. I guess it’s time to go to Stone Brothers and stock up.

If anyone wants any mint, especially good in Thai salads right now, I have an abundance that I am going to ripping up tomorrow and Saturday. It’s also good to chop up and make mint sauce with sugar and vinegar. If you re having lamb for Easter now’s the time to get some mint from me.

If we have a lot more days like today I am going to have a hard time not planting something. At least I can prep my soil and turn my compost and that will feel like gardening.