hope *springs* eternal

okay, that was a cheezy title, but here is a picture of what’s happening in my bulb bed! the one my sister planted for me last fall? i’m so excited! i hope they get big enough to produce flowers. there’s a lot going against them–the weather has suddenly decided to dive back down into the frigid zone and something is nibbling on the leaves (see the full, unedited version of the above photo here). anyone have any suggestions on how to not be growing bunny snacks? my cats sit in the window (at ground level–in my basement) and stare threateningly at the tiny rabbits as they nibble away, but apparently, that’s not enough of a deterrent. but… dont’ they look hopeful?