First Hyacinth

Photo by Bruce Stambaugh

With bright sunshine and warmer-than-normal temperatures, spring’s early flowers are getting a head start in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley.

While filling my birdbaths and birdfeeders, I noticed our sole Hyacinth was ready to bloom. Yesterday, it popped its lovely pink blossoms.

Unfortunately, with a strong cold front approaching, this beauty may not last long.

© Bruce Stambaugh 2026

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