Possumhaw Berries
These ripe Possumhaw berries caught my eye. We’ve got a patch that are guarded by a Mockingbird each winter. Possum Haw is also known as Deciduous Holly.
Mockingbird
This mockingbird in our front yard has been eating holly berries. They’ve never been common birds at the PGT, but sometimes one will take up residence near the barn.
Jack-in-the-Pulpit Fruit
Walking through the woods last week I saw a patch of bright red berries mixed in the underbrush. These are the fruits of Jack-in-the-Pulpit, an ephemeral spring wildflower. Finding these … Continued
Pokeweed Berries
This native plant doesn’t get the respect it deserves; it should be used more in gardens. It’s very colorful and not like any other plant I can think of. The … Continued
Fragrant Sumac
The berries of this native shrub are turning red now as the hairy clusters ripen. Wildlife enjoys the fruit and the leaves have some of the best fall color of … Continued