While walking along our trails this time of year, take a moment to admire the Witch Hazel (Hammamelis virginiana). This woodland shrub is plentiful here and, because it is so …
Rose Garden
Mr. Robert Begg Sr. was the first horticulturist at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary. He worked for many years for Mr. Norcross, planting gardens, receiving shipments of plants, making sure the Sanctuary …
Ferns for the Garden
Both Mr. Norcross and I share a fondness for ferns. They are beautiful in the garden and some of our species represent little-seen and little-known species. Mr. Norcross collected ferns …
The Phantom of the Pool
Here at the Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary we received over five inches of rain earlier this week which was a miracle for the denizens of our vernal pools. Last week the …
Trail Mix
The native wildflowers along our trails certainly steal the show this time of year. Coupled with the blooms, there are many sights and sounds to seek out in the Pocket …
In the Garden
Here at Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary we have gone through almost the whole month of May with only .3 inches of rain and it has also been very windy. These kinds …
Vernal Pool Update #2
In a few weeks our local elementary school is going to have a field day at Tupper Hill. There will be a number of stations for the children to visit …
Memorial Day Weekend
When I was young (a long time ago) Memorial Day was always a big event in our home garden. Memorial Day marked the first frost free weekend and my father …
Surprises in the Garden
Each year I generally know what to expect in the garden. I have worked here for so long, and planted so many different plants that I have a pretty good …
A Trillion Toads
If you live near a pond there is no doubt you have heard the incessant trilling of male American Toads over the past few weeks. The males call to attract …