Garter Snake
Garter Snake, Thamnophis sirtalis Visitors to the PGT often ask about snakes. I tell them they’re here, but the odds are they’ll never see one. However, yesterday I did see … Continued
Wild Persimmon
Wild Persimmon, Diospyros virginiana Sunshine from behind makes these leaves glow. Persimmon is a common tree at the PGT that has the annoying habit of trying to take over our … Continued
Rose Mallow
Rose Mallow, Hibiscus lasiocarpos This wildflower is so stunning that it’s hard to believe it’s native. You can find Rose Mallow along the water’s edge of the ponds at the … Continued
Purple Coneflower
Purple Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea Getting in close reveals the spines in the center of the disc. The scientific name for the flower means hedgehog, which is also spiny.
Black-capped Chickadee
Black-capped Chickadee, Poecile atricapillus We have two kinds of chickadees at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT): The Carolina Chickadee and the Black-capped Chickadee. They are very similar in appearance and … Continued
Big Bluestem
Big Bluestem, Andropogon gerardi The sparkling water drops on this prairie grass caught my eye.
Ladies Tresses Orchid
Ladies Tresses Orchid, Spiranthes cernua Yesterday I found this tiny wild orchid growing in a mowed path at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT). The slender flower stalks are only ten … Continued
Purple Coneflower
Purple Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea Small patches of this wildflower can still be found blooming at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT).
American Lotus
American Lotus, Nelumbo lutea Lotus is a native wildflower that produces huge beautiful flowers. They can be as big as a cabbage. You can see them at the Prairie Garden … Continued