Pond Grass
Sunlight falling on this patch of grass reveals a pleasing mix of pastel colors. I came across this on a morning walk going past one of the ponds at the … Continued
Christmas Fern
Some people think the leaflets on this fern resemble Christmas stockings or a winter sleigh; hence it’s name. More likely is that it’s one of the few woodland plants still … Continued
Compass Plant
Few prairie plants stand out more than the Compass Plant (Silphium laciniatum). With a flower stalk that reaches above 8-feet, it is nearly impossible to miss. In full sun, the … Continued
American Lotus
The flower is glowing because the petals are backlit. The dark background increases the contrast and makes the image “pop”. You can find these blooming in the Lotus Ponds, just … Continued
Grey-headed Coneflower
This prairie wildflower is starting to flower now and will continue to bloom through August. This is the most common coneflower at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT).
Chinkapin Oak
This picture was taken along the path just above Pawpaw path by Hillers Creek. The contrast between the background and foreground helps this image “sing”. The trees in the background … Continued
Spiderwort
This wildflower blooms for an unusually long time, from from late May into early July at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT). Spiderwort is a good choice for naturalized areas, meadows … Continued
Butterfly Weed
Butterfly Weed It’s easy to see where the name for this plant comes from. Watch it for a few minutes and some butterflies will probably show up. In addition to … Continued
Wild Persimmon
Persimmon trees are blooming now, but you might not notice unless you look up along the branches for the tiny waxy flowers. The out-of-focus background simplifies the image, which helps … Continued