Bluebells
by Rod Best
Title
Bluebells
Artist
Rod Best
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Photograph - Photograph
Description
Mertensia Park in Upstate New York is renowned for its vibrant display of Virginia bluebells (Mertensia virginica) each spring. These wildflowers carpet the forest floor with their striking blue, bell-shaped blooms from mid-April to early May. The bluebells thrive in the park’s moist, shaded woodlands, creating a picturesque setting that attracts nature enthusiasts and photographers. As a perennial herb, Virginia bluebells are a vital part of the local ecosystem, providing early-season nectar for pollinators like bees and butterflies. The park's well-maintained trails allow visitors to enjoy the floral spectacle while preserving the delicate habitat.
This panoramic style picture features these Virginia Bluebells alongside Mud Creek at just about their peak bloom earlier in the month of May! They really are a sight to behold and people come from all over the area to see them when they are in peak bloom.
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May 27th, 2024
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