The first prairie crocus (Pulsatilla nuttalliana) sighting of the year is something I look forward to each year. We found this small clump atop the windswept Cranston Ridge here in Calgary this afternoon. To me, these little fuzzy guys always herald the official arrival of spring, no matter how many weeks after the actual date of the vernal equinox they appear.


9 responses to “Happy spring!”

  1. Kally Avatar

    Thank you for sharing such beauty through your post today.

  2. Laurie Graves Avatar

    Welcome, spring!

  3. gardeninacity Avatar

    Is this the same as pasque flower?

  4. kathy1101 Avatar
    kathy1101

    You always search and find some interesting little sights, Sheryl! A nice sign of Spring, they are.

  5. Jefflebowe Avatar

    Beautiful! I can’t wait to get out to some of my favourite spots and hunt for early flowers and mushrooms!

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