In New England, March is the dreariest month. It is mud season, either because of melting snow or frequent rain or both. The landscape colors are all muted browns, grays, blacks, and the dark green of evergreens. Here on the Cape, the ocean offers a respite on sunny days. BUT by the end of March we see a glimpse of what lies ahead. We have had snowdrops, which are the first signal of spring, then crocuses. Now the daffodils are ready and waiting for just one sunny day to bloom. This week, while I am waiting, I found my spring color with bright tulips from the market.