Wild Geranium
Wild Geranium, Geranium maculatum There are a lot woodland wildflowers blooming now. You can find these in the woods just east of the PGT Visitor Center.
Flowering Dogwood
Flowering Dogwood, Cornus florida Dogwoods are at their peak right now. If you have a chance, come take a walk at the PGT and see them in bloom.
Black-and-white Warbler
Black-and-white Warbler, Mniotilta varia I spotted this bird singing along the bluffs above Hiller’s Creek. It’s one of 13 species of warblers that breed at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT).
Luna Moth
Luna Moth, Actias luna On the window in our living room this morning I noticed a Luna Moth. They are stunningly beautiful! Always a surprise to see one up close.
Flowering Dogwood
Flowering Dogwood, Cornus florida Hundreds of dogwoods are in bloom right now at the Prairie Garden Trust (PGT). Flowering dogwood was a great choice for Missouri’s state tree—beautiful, native, and … Continued
Blue-grey Gnatcatcher
Blue-grey Gnatcatcher, Polioptila caerulea Yesterday, I spotted my first Blue-grey Gnatcatcher – a tiny, hyperactive bird, nearly as small as a hummingbird! I also glimpsed my first hummingbird of the … Continued
Tick Bite Prevention
With warm weather returning, ticks are back too. Here are two simple ways to protect yourself: 1. Wear a physical barrier: Skip the shorts—tuck your pants into your socks or … Continued
Bluebird Nesting in Willow
Eastern Bluebird, Sialia sialis Enjoying a picnic lunch today at Potter’s Lake, I noticed a Bluebird flying into a Willow. Whenever I picked up my binoculars for a closer look, … Continued
Eastern Tailed-blue
Eastern Tailed-blue, Cupido comyntas I saw one of these tiny butterflies on our walk today. It’s called “tailed” because of the small, thin tail off its hind wing. You can … Continued
Tiger Swallowtail
Tiger Swallowtail, Papilio glaucus Yesterday, I spotted my first swallowtail of the season. It was busy feeding on a crabapple. Lately, Bradford Pears are the big thing I’ve noticed lining … Continued