Wild Things
It makes me glad to know there are still wild things out there. And even not so far out there. I took these photographs within a few miles of my home in Central Texas and within a few miles of a … Continue reading →
Early Wildflowers
It’s a bit early for wildflowers season, but they are starting to show. I had caught glimpses of them earlier in the week, so I headed out today to catch some wildflowers. First up, is the beautiful Eastern Redbud (Cercis … Continue reading →
Texas Sage Flowers
The Texas Sages (Leucophyllum frutescens) were in bloom last fall. We have a few in our home landscape and they are a native plant. Although they’re called sages, they are not a true sage, which are plants in the genus Salvia. … Continue reading →
Naturescapes 2015 Photography Contest and Exhibition
I’m pleased to announce the opening of the Naturescapes 2015 Photography Contest and Exhibition! We started accepting entries on March 1st. The contest is now in its eleventh year and is co-sponsored by the Hill Country Photography Club and the … Continue reading →
Plum Confused
I think the Mexican Plums (Prunus mexicana) are confused. They’re not the only ones, either! Many plants thought we were being treated to an early Spring. Our normal, but erratic, Central Texas weather has a habit of tricking the plants into thinking … Continue reading →