Kip’s Comments - April 16, 2024

That Did Not Take Long

Just last night Kristy and I tossed wildflower seeds in hopes that today’s rains would help with germination and flowers-to-come. Little did I know that 12-hours later I would find a well-established plant. Wow, I am impressed…those were some healthy seeds!

Seriously, over the past couple years I have over-seeded our CRP in hopes that some vegetation may survive the drought to become pollinator habitat. After last year, when little was happening, I was told by my CRP guy that I should watch the seeds as they sleep, creep, and leap. In other words, during last year’s drought the seeds may have been developing, but not that I could see. This year I should witness more growth. Next year should be breathtaking.

When I roamed the patch tonight I found this healthy appearing plant. If I am correct, I am looking at wild bergamot. Assuming that is the plant, then later this summer we should have some nice pink blossoms. This will be something new for us and I am excited!

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Now for something on the creative side. When I saw this corn stalk broken off at the root level I “saw” an old wooden wheel well past its prime. I guess that was my creative thought for the day.

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