New Discoveries

I discovered a new site today...The Iowa Native Plant Society. It is a simple forum for "plant enthusiasts, gardeners, and professional botanists to exchange ideas and information, and to work together to:

• encourage conservation and ethical use of Iowa's plants
• promote education about Iowa's plants, their habitats and cultural habits, and the preservation of these plants and their environment
• appreciate and enjoy Iowa's native flora"

I am especially appreciative of finding this website because this weekend I visited the Ledges State Park. We hiked through all sorts of vegetation for roughly three hours. Unfortunately, I realized, I had no idea what type of vegetation surrounds me. So between the IDOT Plant Profiler Roadway Living Trust Fund (see My Favorites) and the new-to-me Iowa Native Plant Society, hopefully I will be more aware of my surroundings because the traditional, "ooh, pretty."

For more information, I've added The Iowa Native Plant Society link to My Favorites. Check it out!