2011 Highlights: Life in the greenhouse

Each winter we head into the greenhouse to plant the seeds we’ve collected and stratified in the refrigerator.  Without fail as the plants begin to sprout the energy and excitement grows as well.  Every day it seems we’re giddy while discussing the progress of a particular plant or pointing out a new sprout.  This year was a particularly successful year in the greenhouse, thanks in part to the newly installed watering system.  Enjoy these photos of the seeds sprouting and turning the greenhouse into a lush indoor prairie!  I only wish I could invite you all into the greenhouse to experience it in person!

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News Flash- Royal Catchfly in bloom!

Last Monday I was outside clearing brush from the prairie.  I attached our new cart to the tractor to collect all the brush.  At one point I stepped off the tractor and had a really nice surprise.  Just a few feet in front of me was Royal Catchfly- in full bloom.  I gasped and smiled at this bright red beauty.  I spotted lots of Royal Catchfly in bloom around the prairie.

For some reason the blooms look a little orangish in these photos- but be assured, they are very red in person!