GBBD: 11.15.18

It's rare to have flowers blooming in November in Wisconsin but it has happened some years. This November my clumps of Sedum 'Matrona' are the only flowers in sight. It was 20 degrees F. (-6.66 C.) when I got up this morning; not bad compared to yesterday when it was 15 degrees F. (-9.44 C.). Sun and temps in the high 30s F. are forecast for today so I will get out and get the fall clean up finished. 

 

Comments

[Loree / danger garden]

Oh my, so cold! I am a wimp and would be hiding inside.

[Kris P]

High 30s?! I'd be so wrapped up in sweaters and coats I'd be unable to move.

[Beth @ PlantPostings]

We hit 41! Big thrill. LOL. Believe it or not, I was outside raking leaves and sweating today. That's how I can tell it's been really cold--when I feel warm with 40 degrees! I even found a few flowers in some protected microclimate spots--Lamiums and late-blooming Alliums. Happy GBBD!

[Frank]

Those temperatures sound terrible. I could have easily waited until December or January to see the teens!

[Linda Brazill]

Those temps are below normal. As you say, more like Dec. or Jan.

[Linda Brazill]

I was out almost four hours yesterday trying to prep my back garden beds and do more raking. We had a lot of leaves come down with the last sudden cold spell and have been waiting for a decent day to clean stuff up. Planned on going out again today but had not planned on snow overnight!

[Linda Brazill]

You must have always lived in a warm climate. It actually got up to 44 degrees and I was out working almost 4 hours. Once you get going and with sun and no wind it's not as bad as it sounds. That said I did have 4 layers on top (starting with a snuggly cami) and fuzzy leggings and flannel-lined pants. The big problem is always keeping my hands and feet warm but I did OK.

[Peter/Outlaw]

A bit cold for this time of year but if it's clear and dry, delightful weather for cleaning up after the party that is autumn.