wildflowers; spring; woodland

There are few plants that scream “Spring is Here!” louder than Virginia bluebells. A definite fan favorite, this plant is a real treat to see this time of the year; not only because it’s a true beauty, but also because of its ephemeral nature….it won’t be here long!

Bluebells and violets and twinleaf, OH MY! Learn more about these three spring wildflower species and catch a glimpse of the cutest little pair of trousers you've likely ever seen.

Is this wintery weather keeping you from your spring wildflower hike? View these splendors of spring from the comfort of your browser in this three-part series on Spring Ephemeral Wildflowers.

It wasn't too long ago that we had snow flurries across Ohio. This week, the woodlands in Northwest Ohio were covered with a different kind of white - (mostly) white blossoms! Many of Ohio's spring woodland wildflowers are in full bloom this week. These are ephemeral bloomers, meaning they only bloom for a short period each year. So if you have a chance to walk through the woods this week, see if you can spot a few of these beauties...and more!

 

Claytonia virginica.  Spring wouldn't be spring without spring beauties!  These delicate and prolific harbingers of...