Merry Christmas!
American Holly (Ilex opaca) is a stunning native shrub—simple, classic, and always in season.
Gray Squirrels
Gray Squirrels, Sciurus carolinensis Nuts have been plentiful this year, keeping squirrels busy with acorns and hickory nuts. At PGT, we’ve got Gray Squirrels, Fox Squirrels, and nocturnal Flying Squirrels. … Continued
Bald Eagle
Bald Eagle It’s cold out, but with clear skies and no wind, it’s a great day for a walk. Spotted a Bald Eagle perched by the edge of Potter’s Lake. … Continued
Virgin Tiger Moth
Virgin Tiger Moth, Apantesis virgo I found this strikingly beautiful moth in the prairie in the summer.
Lichen Moss Landscape
Lichen Moss Landscape Sometimes you can find a miniature landscape if you’re willing to get down on your hands and knees. This is on the north side of The Point; … Continued
Northern Flicker
Northern Flicker, Colaptes auratus Yesterday, Lorna watched a flock of birds feasting on the dogwood berries outside her office – bluebirds, bluejays, sapsuckers, yellow-rumped warblers, and even a couple of … Continued
Eastern Comma Butterfly
Eastern Comma Butterfly, Polygonia comma There aren’t many butterflies around this time of year, but yesterday I found one sunning itself on a tree trunk.
Water Lily
Water Lily, Nymphaea odorata The scenery is now mostly tan and brown as wildflowers fade. But the water lilies are still blooming. Check them out at PGT.
Water Lily Reflections
Water Lily, Nymphaea odorata The reflection of the sunset envelops the Water Lily leaves, captured at the Lotus Ponds in the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT).
Little Bluestem
Little Bluestem, Schizachyrium scoparium A lot of color has drained out of the prairie grasses in the past few weeks. This overall “tan” look will stay through the winter.