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Carolina? or Turk’s Cap?

Posted on August 1, 2015 by Angelyn

Quite a few years ago I found a native lily blooming on my property.  I concluded it was either a Carolina lily or a Turk’s cap lily but I couldn’t be sure which it was.  The descriptions I found in … Continue reading →

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Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca)

Posted on July 23, 2015 by Angelyn

A native plant in central and eastern North America, Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) blooms during the summer.  Typically, it can be found along roadsides and fields. The spring shoots arise from underground root buds or from newly germinating seeds. A … Continue reading →

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Mystery plant 076

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Angelyn

This woodland plant is found in the eastern one-third portion of North America.  When you can identify it, leave a comment with the common and scientific names.  Also, share any personal connection you may have with this plant.   ANSWER … Continue reading →

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