new coldframe

I finally finished my coldframe. (Now going to always refer to the standing, plastic-wrapped one as my coldhouse, to avoid confusion). Today it got a paint job

I removed two of the smaller muntin so there are fewer cross pieces casting shadow. The plastic was cracked anyway. It's ready for use.

After the snow passes! We're due for another four inches tonight. So I'm extra glad I didn't remove leaf mulch (I'll replace with fresh spring compost) yet, around the perennials. To protect from cold I only need to bring my seedlings in, and cover the emergent plants in the herb bed with cloches. It's not going to be cold enough tonight to necessitate covering the camellia.