My plan was to begin planting, I have planting charts from the Penn State Extension Service, Burpee seeds, maps of my beds, square foot gardening plans...
My first job was to dig out the compost bin that has been sitting all winter and get a pile ready for pole beans, and sprinkle a nice coating on the garden beds etc. As it turns out the only thing happier than a pig in shit is a chicken in compost!
We don't get to see a lot of Ethel, she is a pretty independent hen, but she had just as much fun in the compost as everyone else.
But the day was so lovely I got sidetracked and while
Lenten Rose (hellebores)
Apples
Plums
We are expected to get cold and a "wintry mix" on Wednesday, so planting can wait until next weekend! Spinach, collards, peas, shallots and garlic will be the first to go in!