When we first began to seriously identify our existing plants and acquire more North Carolina natives for the Woods, we realized we would, if others were to share in the richness of this environment, need to label our plants ( those ID stakes referred to in a previous blog). Numbers became the most practical option, coupled with a laminated list with the common and botanical names, kept in a box at the trail head. But what happens when you miss the bloom, wouldn't it be nice to be able to reference a photo taken at the right time? Ah ha, we need a photo album where the stake number, botanical and common name appear with photos of the plant in all of its stages. As we acquire more plants more photos need to be added and sometimes we have wait years for a plant to mature to the point at which it blooms. This is an ongoing project and we have had several photographers contribute. Dennis is our latest and here are some his favorites from this spring.
Rhododendron calendulaceum. Flame Azalea
Photos by Dennis Pagano
Penstemon smallii Small’s Penstemon
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| Photo by Dennis Pagano |
Mertonsia virginica. Virginia Bluebells
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| Photo by Linda Lafferty |
Rhododendron canescens Piedmont Azalea
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Photo by Dennis Pagano
Phlox glaberrima Appalachian Smooth Phlox
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Photo by Dennis Pagano
Salvia urticfolia. Nettle Leaf Sage |
