Excellent and inspiring Jeanne. I had never heard of Oconee Bells before. I like that last image as well. That's great that you and your friend have been able to help the oconees thrive. Thanks for sharing.
I saw my first Oconee Bells last spring in a place very dear to me and can't wait to see them again! It makes me so happy that you and Jon are doing the work to protect this special wildflower and help them flourish and grow. Thank you!
I don't think I have ever encountered Oconee Bells during my hikes, but I am going to keep my eyes (and heart) open for them, especially when in the NC/ GA mountains.
Great read! I love Shortia, and I have for a long time! I became familiar with it many years ago while on a field trip as part of the Cullowhee Native Plant Conference. It's such a lovely and delicate plant. I tried to grow it once in Nashville TN but it's just too hot and dry here. Do you know Shortia galacifolia var. brevistyla? https://fsus.ncbg.unc.edu/main.php?pg=show-taxon-detail.php&taxonid=4597
Oh my stars, how utterly lovely they are! I have never heard tell of these precious native wildflowers but I know a little of the excitement of nurturing one's own spring ephemerals. Absolutely thrilling to be the caretaker for these rare beauties, and what a beautiful place to call home. xo
My goodness, but that is a uniquely beautiful little plant. Thank you for sharing her with us. This made my heart sing. I look forward to following her journey here. 🤍
What a great story and collection of images especially the close-up of the first flower of the season under your watch!
~ a new Oconee Bell fan
This thrills my heart! I am so grateful for people like you who love our place so well.
Excellent and inspiring Jeanne. I had never heard of Oconee Bells before. I like that last image as well. That's great that you and your friend have been able to help the oconees thrive. Thanks for sharing.
How lovely. The Oconee Bell and your story of resettling it in its rightful home. Thank you for doing that and telling us!
Leaving your corner of the world better than when you first found it - Thanks Jeanne
I saw my first Oconee Bells last spring in a place very dear to me and can't wait to see them again! It makes me so happy that you and Jon are doing the work to protect this special wildflower and help them flourish and grow. Thank you!
I am looking forward to reading your book!
I don't think I have ever encountered Oconee Bells during my hikes, but I am going to keep my eyes (and heart) open for them, especially when in the NC/ GA mountains.
Great read! I love Shortia, and I have for a long time! I became familiar with it many years ago while on a field trip as part of the Cullowhee Native Plant Conference. It's such a lovely and delicate plant. I tried to grow it once in Nashville TN but it's just too hot and dry here. Do you know Shortia galacifolia var. brevistyla? https://fsus.ncbg.unc.edu/main.php?pg=show-taxon-detail.php&taxonid=4597
What little beauties they are .. Precious plants ..you deserve to look after them .. ❤️
Oh my stars, how utterly lovely they are! I have never heard tell of these precious native wildflowers but I know a little of the excitement of nurturing one's own spring ephemerals. Absolutely thrilling to be the caretaker for these rare beauties, and what a beautiful place to call home. xo
So amazing. Thank you for being their steward!
Thank you Jeanne. They are so sweet. And I love the sound of “Spring ephemera”. To me it says, “they come and go quickly. But they return.”
My goodness, but that is a uniquely beautiful little plant. Thank you for sharing her with us. This made my heart sing. I look forward to following her journey here. 🤍
Love this. I hope that book happens! Shared on my Facebook Timeline.
For such a small and delicate flower, they have a huge following.