ice crystals form in the early December frost
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Kate
December, 2022
Wild Gardening
I’ve been wildly gardening and gardening wildly recently. Last fall I ordered some native wildflower seeds. As with many wildflowers they require a period of cold, so following the instructions that came with the seeds I put them in pots and set them out for the winter. Today I decided to plant some. They are…
The Beauty of Winter
It’s easy to get discouraged this time of year as the days shrink and the cold shivers among the trees. It’s tempting to stay in by the fire. If you can resist the urge, winter can be a time of dramatic weather and exciting scenes, especially if you are near water. Ice can be magnificent,…
Flying Tutus
This is the time of year when you may notice small bits of fluff floating through the air. This is usually worth a second look. It may be milkweed, or aster seeds, but if you are lucky you might see what looks like a fly wearing a tutu. This tutu wearing insect is actually an…
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