May 26—The long wait to see the spring woods open up and produce new wildflowers was worth it. Quickly, as snow melted, the next phase began on the same forest floor that was covered by a snowpack ...

Wild violets burst open in early spring and exhibit varying shades of white to deep purple. I have always eagerly awaited ...

When I started this column last spring, I wondered whether I’d be able to find anything to write about during the winter. I can honestly say that hasn’t been a problem. Your questions and suggestions, ...