Copper Iris
This attractive wild iris is coming in to full bloom now. Look carefully and you’ll find it in shady areas along the edges of the ponds at the Prairie Garden … Continued
Water Lily
saw the first blooms on Water Lilies a couple of days ago. In a few weeks they should be in full bloom. At the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT) you can … Continued
Dogwoods over Rock
Dogwoods have looked great for a few weeks, but their flowers are starting to fade.
Blue Flag Iris
This native wildflower has just started blooming. It likes wet feet, so look for it along the edges of streams , ponds and lakes.
Baltimore Oriole
The orioles are back and getting ready to start nesting. I find them most often near the tops of big trees. Look for them in the Pin Oaks around the … Continued
Blue Wild Indigo
Wild Indigo is is starting to bloom in the prairies. These tall spikes are the showiest of all the spring prairie wildflowers.
Tiger Swallowtail
I’ve seen several different kinds of butterflies the past few weeks, including Tiger Swallowtails. This one is feeding on phlox nectar.
Summer Tanager
Not all bright red birds are Cardinals; this is a Tanager. They are common, but often hard to see behind leaves in the treetops. To find them it helps to … Continued