Even in late winter, sunny days around harbor areas in Edmonds and Everett encourage neighborhood walks in search of early spring color. Join the Lageschultes and the Olsons as they stroll by their local gardens.
Edmonds Photographs
by Lee Lageschulte
Everett 
Photographs
by Lorelie Olson
Edmonds and Everett Texts by Lorelie Olson
IN EDMONDS WITH LEE AND ROGER
The earliest spring bulbs are small but mighty in their colorful impact, especially planted in groups. Some are so tiny that closeup views are needed to appreciate their beauty.
Crocus
Crocus Tete-a-Tete Daffodils
Snowdrop with Reticulata Iris
Early flowering shrubs and perennials provide anticipation of spring color yet to arrive, and motivate us to add to our own gardens.
Early Camellia
Camellia Flower
Early Rhododendron Flower
Euphorbia
Little space is required for pots of brilliant primroses, which are especially appreciated as a sure sign of coming spring!
Primroses
IN EVERETT WITH TIM AND LORELIE
Purple & White Primroses Bicolor Hellebore
Hardy flowering perennials increase in size and impact with each year, and are colorful anchors in city gardens. In our mild coastal climate, they can bloom throughout winter months, but reach their best color in February and March.
Close up of Purple Primrose
Close up of Bicolor Hellebore
Light Lavender & Magenta Heathers
We hope you have enjoyed our walks in search of early color. Spring is coming soon!
Daffodils & Hyacinths
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