Tag Archives: Blue Ridge Parkway

Know Your Plants – Plants Named After Virginia

Posted on December 17, 2023 by WCBC

We already saw plants named after the Carolinas. This week’s post is plants in our database named after Virginia.  All are native to North America. Enjoy the pictures & see how many of these you know. Photography by Ken Borgfeldt, … Continue reading →

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Sam Knob Meadow – October 12, 2023

Posted on October 15, 2023 by WCBC

This is our final monthly post on the flora of Sam Knob Meadow. Still some Asters and Gentians blooming, and the fall colors appearing. Photography by Ken Borgfeldt, Mary Knierim, and Aleta Tisdale. Click on any picture to zoom & … Continue reading →

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Big Ridge Loop – September 22, 2023

Posted on September 25, 2023 by WCBC

It’s been a while since we walked this trail in the fall. We got some surprises!  Plants that are non-native to North America are indicated by an asterisk (*) placed after the species name. Photography by Ken Borgfeldt,  Penny Longhurst, … Continue reading →

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Sam Knob Meadow – September 11, 2023

Posted on September 16, 2023 by WCBC

This is our fourth monthly post on the flora of Sam Knob Meadow. The meadow was glorious! Photography by Ken Borgfeldt and Penny Longhurst. Click on any picture to zoom & enter the slide show. Plants that are non-native to … Continue reading →

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Frying Pan Gap – September 8, 2023

Posted on September 10, 2023 by WCBC

We hiked from the gate to the Pisgah Inn.  Looks like fall is on its way! Photography by Penny Longhurst, Jim Poling, & Joe Standaert.  Click on any picture to zoom. Plants that are non-native to North America are indicted … Continue reading →

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