White Wild Indigo
There are 4 different kinds of Indigo plants blooming at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT) now. The foliage in these wildflowers contains a blue dye that resembles indigo and becomes … Continued
Wild Hyacinth
This perennial wild lily has flowering stalks that are blooming now. I usually find it in the prairies but I’ve also found it blooming on rocky slopes along Hillers Creek.
Invasive Exotics
Invasive Exotics are introduced species that spread aggressively and harm the environment. They are increasingly common in everyone’s backyard. At the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT) we want to show the … Continued
Blue-winged Warbler
The Blue-winged Warblers are back. I saw my first one yesterday. Warblers are beautiful small birds that move quickly as they search for insects. Here one is probing a hickory … Continued
American Goldfinch
At our feeder this week I’ve noticed that the goldfinches have started to get their color back. The males are molting to replace their dull brown winter feathers with brilliant … Continued
PGT Walks for 2019
You are invited to come out and take a walk at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT). It is a public nature garden in central Missouri. It is free and open … Continued
Spring Peepers Calling
Yesterday by small pond in the woods near the visitor center I heard the intense singing of Spring Peepers. That sound tells me that spring will be here soon. This … Continued