Happy New Year from Iowa Native Gardener

Spring dreams come alive! These native violets and prairie smoke (Geum triflorum) add a whimsical charm to the garden, with a fairy door to complete the magic. 🌸✨

The New Year is here, and while it’s the dead of winter here in the Midwest, it’s never too early to dream about the garden!

The snow may be covering the ground where you’re at, but I’m already thinking about warmer days and the vibrant blooms of spring. That’s why I’m inviting you to join me in a little winter garden planning. Over the next 14 weeks, I’ll be sharing weekly posts highlighting some of my favorite native spring flowers.

Each post will showcase the beauty, benefits, and unique stories behind these native blooms, helping you plan for a garden that not only looks stunning but also supports our local ecosystem.

So, let’s get a little spring fever together! Follow along, and by the time those first green shoots emerge, you’ll be ready to make your garden thrive.

Here’s to a year of growth, blooms, and a deeper connection with nature. Happy New Year!

Stay tuned—our first flower of the series will be blooming here soon!

#NativePlants #SpringFever #MidwestGardening

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