The spring ephemeral are flowering. Spring ephemeral are plants which are among the first to bloom and then flower and foliage disappear until next year. Here they are all small woodland plants. They have adapted to grow, propagate, and build reserves for next year while the leaf canopy is still sparse and sunshine can reach the rich dark forest soil. While some, like the spring beauty, absolutely carpet the woods, others, like the sessile bellwort, warrant walking slowly so you don't miss seeing a little treasure of the season.
The spring ephemeral are flowering. Spring ephemeral are plants which are among the first to bloom and then flower and foliage disappear until next year. Here they are all small woodland plants. They have adapted to grow, propagate, and build reserves for next year while the leaf canopy is still sparse and sunshine can reach the rich dark forest soil. While some, like the spring beauty, absolutely carpet the woods, others, like the sessile bellwort, warrant walking slowly so you don't miss seeing a little treasure of the season.
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