>I have a similar question about planting times, except for the Boston >area. It's been quite warm here, too--crocus are blooming, other bulbs >popping up, but no leaves as of yet on the lilacs--and I'm not sure when >to plant my peas or transplant my sweet peas. Any suggestions? > >Felicia If you get the storm that's moving east from Ohio and Michigan, you'll put this question on the back burner! Here the only warm place is by the stove! Snowin'and blowin' in NW Ohio... Linda in NW Ohio near Toledo/Lake Erie, USDA Zone 5 llbs@mail.glasscity.net