The regal ironweed is a late summer bloomer at our parks and trails. The vivid purple color is also a reminder that summer is fading away.
The Goldenseal is a regarded as a species of concern in PA due to its limited numbers. After flowering the plant produces this red seed pod. We are fortunate to have Goldenseal in our parks in areas that are protected.
A wet snow highlights the intricate pattern of every twig and stem in these woods.