So far it has been a very mild winter here in California. We did get some cold weather and rain early in the season, but recently it has been very springlike.

The trees are starting to blossom and flowers are blooming. It was beginning to really feel like spring.

But, we are getting a return to winter this week with temperatures dropping below freezing tonight and some possible rain later in the week. The temperatures should be down to 28 in the morning and there should be some frost. I am wondering how my rose bushes will be affected. They are already starting to put on some new growth.

Here you can see that frost is forecast in the mornings for the next few days. I am not looking forward to cold rain on Thursday, but we really do need some moisture.

I guess that I shouldn’t complain too much, but look at it as a chance to get ready for the colder weather that I will experience in Canada the first week of March. I will be sure to take my heavier coat with me on the trip.

Steven