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Spiderwort Merrimac Preserve

The Lupine super bloom has faded away but has quickly been replaced by another ocean of purple flowers… It’s a spiderwort super bloom! Craziness!!

These amazing shows of flowers are brought to you by a spring prescribed burn. These controlled fires clear invaders and restore plant diversity. Well, the first year after a prairie burn, things can go just a bit crazy as you can see!

The best location to take in the sea of flowers is near Hwy 113 on the western side of the preserve – More Information / Map. You’ll get the best views by hiking the 1.5 mile Carbon Cycle & Habitat Diversity Trails. If you look closely, you may even find the less common white versions. Also, look for the 2-4ft White Baptisia, known commonly as White Wild Indigo which will stand tall in the landscape.

While Wild Indigo surrounded by spiderwort.

It’s a pretty good show if you’re into these “naturey” sorts of things… But go soon, because, before long the blooms will disappear for another year!

If you do go: Be respectful. Don’t step on the flowers. Respect the wildlife and keep dogs on a leash at all times. Oh, yeah and be prepared for ticks!

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