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Henbit, a nonnative wildflower, blooms in fields, gardens, and roadsides. The square stems and tubular, lipped flowers help identify it as a member of the mint family.
Henbit, a nonnative wildflower, blooms in fields, gardens, and roadsides. The square stems and tubular, lipped flowers help identify it as a member of the mint family.
Eastern bluebirds begin arriving at their breeding locations in our state in March and April. Listen for their blurry whistled songs: “Cheer cheerful charmer.”
When March begins, we look for the color green! Dust lichens (Lepraria spp.) are usually a pale, minty green or gray and have a powdery, granular, or fluffy-looking surface.
The spring azure is among the first butterflies of the year. It flies from the middle of March into May. The early spring appearance helps you identify it.