Spring Wildflowers at Arcadia
What can a short-lived wildflower show us about how plants adapt to the changing seasons? Join a guided walk to look for spring ephemerals like bloodroot, trillium, trout lily, and marsh marigolds. These plants appear for a short time after the snow melts and before the trees grow their leaves. By observing these early flowers, you can learn how forests work, including how plants use light, their life cycles, and their connections with early pollinators and ants that spread their seeds. As you walk through the woods, you will practice spotting and identifying plants, notice other signs of spring, and gain a better understanding of how the season unfolds in New England forests.
Self-Directed Learning
From Soil to Canvas: How Jack-in-the-Pulpit Bridges Botany with Creativity
