One of the signs of spring in the DC area is when the Glory of the Snow blooms. The delicate blue blossoms add a wonderful splash of color to the often brown spring landscape. Native to the eastern Mediterranean, these wonderful little flowers are members of the Asparagus family. They grow to just a few inches tall – and last for just a short while – but they are always a welcome sign of spring. Once the glory of the snow blooms – then the daffodils and tulips are only a short while away.

Here are some of the Glory of the Snow photos I took earlier this year.

Glory of the Snow © 2015 Patty Hankins

Glory of the Snow © 2015 Patty Hankins

Glory of the Snow © 2015 Patty Hankins

Glory of the Snow © 2015 Patty Hankins

Is there a spring flower that when you see it blooming you know that winter is over and spring is finally here? If there is – I’d love to hear about it in the comment section below.