Is it just me, or is February the toughest month for a gardener?  Spring, summer, and fall are all great seasons with plenty to enjoy in the garden–but winter seems to drag on forever.  My mental state definitely declines through the winter months:

December: “Whoo hoo, I love this time of year!  Snow is great–it makes it feel like Christmas!”

January: “Alright, new year, fresh start, stuff to do.  It’s cold, but no problem–I’ll just water my houseplants!  That’s all I need, right? ………Right?”

February: “AAAGGHHGH!  WILL WINTER EVER END?!?!”

In an attempt to maintain my sanity this year (what little I have anyway), I’ve developed an 11-step February Survival Plan.  I share it with you in hopes it helps you create your own sanity plan: Continue Reading