Weeds in the Winter Beds

I scan the dirt for tiny seedlings. I've seen what looks like tiny alyssums where I remember scattering them; tiny whorls appear that could be violas. Easily recognized are dandelions and chickweed.

"The worst is Chickweed, an insignificant appearing thing, with a meek white eye and no conscience. It looks a harmless thing, but do not be deceived; the seed is as hardy as iron and is ripening all the time. Even in midwinter, if the sun but opens half an eye upon it, the tiny blossoms unfold and become seed. It loves the rich soil of the garden, but in spite of its taste for high life it is not too nice to harbour plant lice, or to covet anything that is its neighbours." -- Louise Beebe Wilder.