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These wildflowers can be found now along many woodland paths at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT). You have to lift up the leaves to see the showy white flower.
Green Haze
As the leaves first appear in the spring forest I call it a green haze. The truth is that there are many colors besides green in this early growth: yellows, … Continued
Hickory Buds
When hickory buds first burst open they resemble flowers. The buds attract insects which attracts birds like this Blue-winged Warbler.
Wild Ginger
This wildflower is easy to miss because the blossoms are hidden under the leaves. It’s worth getting in close for a look.
Flowering Dogwood
Dogwoods are at peak bloom now. They look fabulous, but there aren’t as many blooms as usual this year.
Wild Geranium
There are a lot woodland wildflowers blooming now. You can find these in the woods just east of the PGT Visitor Center.
Flowering Dogwood
Dogwoods are opening up and starting to bloom. They are my favorite native flowering tree.
Bird’s Foot Violet
Of the several kinds of violets at the PGT this is my favorite. The best place to see it blooming is along the rocky path leading to The Point on … Continued
Jacobs Ladder
The rush of spring wildflowers continues; I’m finding new ones every day. This is one is blooming in the shade garden by our house.