Hosta Botanical Identity: Hosta — Hosta spp.. Known for its broad, lush leaves and bell-shaped blooms. Field Journal Entry: These hosta flowers caught my attention with their gentle purple hues. The way they hang gracefully gives a sense of elegance to the garden space. I enjoyed observing how they grew in clusters atop sturdy green…
Sunflower Botanical Identity: Sunflower — Helianthus annuus. Known for its large, bright yellow petals and dark central disk. Field Journal Entry: This sunflower practically glows against its background of lush green leaves. Its broad face was nearly level with mine as I took the photo, each petal seeming to reach outwards. King James Verse: “The…
Black-eyed Susan Botanical Identity: Black-eyed Susan — Rudbeckia hirta. Easily recognized by its bright yellow petals and its dark central cone. Field Journal Entry: The bold contrast between the cheerful yellow petals and the dark, textured center of this Black-eyed Susan caught my attention. There’s something satisfying about how they stand so tall among the…