Tiger Swallowtail
Tiger Swallowtail, Papilio glaucus Spring is just around the corner, and I’m excited to see moments like this—a butterfly feeding on crabapple blossoms. I love seeing moments like this in … Continued
Purple Coneflower
Purple Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea This Purple Coneflower, the iconic prairie wildflower, will start appearing at the PGT in late spring.
Hillers Creek Panorama
Hillers Creek Spring’s on its way! This is what the PGT will look like in a couple of months—fresh, green, and peaceful.
Maidenhair Fern
Maidenhair Fern, Adiantum pedatum With its delicate, fan-shaped leaves, this fern has an elegant, almost weightless look. At the PGT, you’ll find Maidenhair Ferns growing along the slopes of Hiller’s … Continued
Eastern Bluebird
Eastern Bluebird, Sialia sialis On sunny days recently I’m hearing the bluebirds sing. I’ve also seen them checking out the bluebird houses that we have here at the Prairie Garden … Continued
Song Sparrow
Song Sparrow, Melospiza melodia This bird is aptly named—it has one of the most beautiful and recognizable songs. I often hear its cheerful song in the prairies here at the … Continued
Canada Goose
Canada Goose, Branta canadensis I heard geese calling today at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT). Could this be an early sign of spring or simply a response to the winter … Continued
Wild Grape
Wild Grape, Vitis sp. The pattern created by these emerging wild grapes leaves caught my eye.
Mountain Lion
Mountain Lion, Puma concolor Native to the Americas, this elusive predator symbolizes wilderness and adaptability, thriving in diverse habitats—including the Prairie Garden Trust. Remarkably, one was spotted just a mile … Continued
Lotus Leaf
American Lotus, Nelumbo lutea This lotus leaf showcases an elegant symmetry, with its veins radiating outward in a perfect pattern that creates a serene and visually striking appearance. In summer, … Continued