Flowering Dogwood
Dogwoods always have good fall color. Fall hasn’t arrived yet, but I’ve noticed a hint of fall color in a few of their leaves.
Bellflower
On our walks this week I’ve found a few patches of this showy native wildflower in shady spots along creeks. The star-shaped blue flowers are arranged around tall stalks.
Indian Woodoats
This is one of my favorite native grasses. It’s attractive in all seasons. At the PGT you can find it along paths where there is partial shade.
The Point
One of my favorite places at the PGT is The Point; a rocky bluff overlooking Hillers Creek.
Tulip Poplar
The large tulip-shaped flowers of this tree are spectacular, but they’re often so high up that they’re hard to see. We’ve planted several Tulip Trees at the PGT. Look for … Continued
Yellow Lady’s Slipper
This beautiful wild orchid can be found blooming now on the steep slopes above Hillers Creek.
Violet Wood Sorrel
I found a patch of wildflowers in the woods along the path to the Creek Overlook at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT).
Columbine
Columbine has started blooming, just in time for the hummingbirds. At the Prairie Garden Trust you can find Columbine along woodland paths and in the garden by the visitor center.