Videos

Natruralist Rick Anderson Teaches Us About Toadshade Trillium (Trillium sessile)

We didn't want you to miss our spring bloom. Here is Naturalist Rick Anderson teaching us about some of our early spring ephemerals.

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Naturalist Video Notes Episode 2.

Early spring flowers are an important part of the seasonal transition. They are an essential food source for some of the pollinators we look forward to seeing very year. BHWP Naturalist, Mary Anne Borge, teaches us about some of our early spring favorite flowers. This episode includes Cutleaf Toothwort (Cardamine concatenata), Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica), and Wood Poppy (Stylophorum diphyllum) and their roles during this time of change. If you enjoy videos like this don’t forget to like and share. For more information on how else to support the Preserve, please visit https://bhwp.org/supporting-the-gem/.

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Monday, April 13, 2020

Let's Learn about Ramps with Naturalist Monica Flint

BHWP Naturalist Monica Flint shares with us a highly treasured plant growing at the Preserve. Today we take a closer look at Ramps (Allium tricoccum) whose bright green leaves are one of the early signs of our seasonal transition.If you enjoy videos like this don’t forget to like and share. For more information on how else to support the Preserve, please visit https://bhwp.org/supporting-the-gem/.

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Thursday, April 16, 2020

Naturalist Notes: Monica Flint and Twinleaf

Today, naturalist Monica Flint shares with us quite the special plant for Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, Twinleaf (Jeffersonia diphylla). This plant you may recognize both from our emblem, old and new, as well as the name of our giftshop.Watch to find out more about this amazing plant and the interesting method of seed dispersal it employs to make sure its genetic material is spread.If you enjoyed this video please like and share with your friends. To learn more about the Bowman's HIll Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.#plantnatives #ourgardensyourhome

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Monday, April 27, 2020

Episode 5: Snow White Flowers of Spring

Today, naturalist Leah Hight shares two of early springs beautiful white flowers, Dutchman's breeches (Dicentra cucullaria) and Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). Both of these plants have a close association with our native bumble bees. Watch to find out what adaptaitons these plants have that help ensure the survival of the species.If you enjoyed this video please like and share with your friends. To continue your native plant education check out more videos like it here: (https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/). To learn more about the Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.#plantnatives #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Tuesday, April 28, 2020

Redbuds, Springs Pink Splendor

So far in this series, we have introduced you to several species of wildflowers. Today, naturalist Monica Flint will introduce us to the Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis). Is it a wonderful, small, native tree that is sure to brighten up your sping. It's flowers are and wonderful food source for our native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Tune in to find out more about this great species and its importance.To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org. If you enjoyed this video check out our others at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Wild Ginger, One of Springs Overlooked Flowers

Join naturalist Rick Anderson as we take a look at Wild Ginger (Asarum canadense), one of springs most overlooked ephemerals. One reason is that it's flower appears far below the plants leaves. Wild Ginger makes a luscious groud cover for the eastern woodland landscapes. Check out the video to find out more about this great native plant.To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org. If you enjoyed this video check out our others at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Thursday, May 7, 2020

The Real Beauties of Spring

Spring really is a magical time of of year and Spring Beauties (Claytonia virginica) are one of those early flower that let you know that spring is here. Naturalis Monica Flint gives us a sneak peak into the world of these little flowers that are one of our native edibles. Sometimes refered to as fairy spuds, the small tuberous root of the plant was a common food for native americans and colonisits and are still enjoyed by wild food enthusiasts, although it takes quite a few to feed a person.Naturalist Euell Gibbons did provide a note of caution in reagrds to overharvesting saying, "The tubers are good food for the body," he wrote, "but after a long winter, the pale-rose flowers in early spring are food for the soul." (1970)NOTE: Never consume any wild flaura or fauna unless you are 100% certain on the identification. Even then, get a second and or third identification. To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org. If you enjoyed this video check out the rest at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Monday, May 11, 2020

More of Springs Beauties

Master Naturalist Mary Anne Borge shows us three wonderful spring flowers, each with a different strategy for pollination. Spring Beauties (Claytonia virginica), Eastern Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), and Shooting Star (Primula meadia, previously known as Dodecatheon meadia) are all looking to attract different kinds of pollinators. Watch the video to find out more about how the shape and structure of a flower determine who will visit to help the plant with reproduction.To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org. If you enjoyed this video check out the rest at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Jack-in-the-Pulpit

This evening, naturalist Joan Jenks introduces us to one of the most interesting plants of spring, Jack-in-the-Pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum). One of the most easily recognizable plants of spring with a tall spadix in the center of the flower (Jack) covered with a hood. This plant undergoes some dramatic changes over the course of its life (up to 25 years). Tune in to find out more.If you enjoy these videos, remember to give them a thumbs up and share them with your friends. Additionally, like our pace to be sure not to miss our future posts.To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org. Check out the rest of our video notes at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Friday, May 15, 2020

The Paw-paw Patch

Tonight, naturalist Monica Flint discusses one of our most interesting native trees, the Paw-paw (Asimina triloba). The Paw-paw fruits are the largest edible fruit indigenous to the United States. If you haven't had an oportunity to taste one of these delicous fruits, they have a sweet citriusy custard like like flavor. This tree is also the larval host for one of our beautive native butterflies, tune in to find out which.If you enjoy these videos, remember to give them a thumbs up and share them with your friends. Additionally, like our pace to be sure not to miss our future posts.To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org. Check out the rest of our video notes at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve Geology

Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, is home to over 700 species of native plants. Our unique gelogy is just one feature that helps us maintain such a diverse collection. Tonight naturalist Bill Gaboda takes us on a 150 million year (+) journey to show us what makes our soils so special.If you enjoy these videos, remember to give them a thumbs up and share them with your friends. Additionally, like our pace to be sure not to miss our future posts.To learn more about Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.Check out the rest of our video notes at: https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Saturday, May 30, 2020

Lady Slippers

Today, naturalist Mary Anne Borge showcases the interesting reproductive strategy of the Yellow Lady Slipper (Cypripedium parviflorum). One of our beautiful native orchids, the level of complexity of the flower to help guide is insect visitors is nothing short of astounding.To learn more about Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.If you enjoyed this video check out the rest at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Thursday, June 11, 2020

Rough-Fruited Cinquefoil and Fleabane

Today naturalist Rick Anderson brings up to our pond to showcase two beautiful plants, Rough-Fruited Cinquefoil (Potentilla recta) and Daisy Fleabane (Erigeron annuus). P. recta is not a native species however, it is well established throughout the United States and not considered invasive. Tune in to learn a little natural history and folklore behind these two beautiful flowers.If you enjoy these videos, remember to give them a thumbs up and share them with your friends. Additionally, like our page to be sure not to miss our future posts.To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.Check out the rest of our video notes at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Spiderwort

Today, naturalist Monica Flint shares with us some meadow magic. She highlights one of the beautiful meadow wildflowers you are greeted by when first entering Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve. The beautiful sea of violet is most spectacular in the morning and late afternoon. Watch the video to find out more and then drop by the preserve to see the magic in person. If you enjoy these videos, remember to give them a thumbs up and share them with your friends. Additionally, like our pace to be sure not to miss our future posts.To learn more about Bowmans Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.Check out the rest of our video notes at:https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Saturday, June 20, 2020

Eastern Prickly Pear (Opuntia humifusa)

Tonight, naturalist Monica Flint showcases one of our more unique plants, the Eastern Prickly Pear (Opuntia humifusa). Perfectly at home in much of the Eastern US, this plant still prefers growing in sunny and dry locations. During the early summer, this plant is bathed in beautiful yellow flowers that are soon visited by a myriad of insects searching for both pollen and nectar. Tune in to learn more about our lovely native cactus.If you enjoy these videos, remember to like and share them. We want everyone to appreciate and be inspired to use native plants in their own space. Additionally, remember to like our page so you don't miss any of our future posts.To learn more about Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.Check out the rest of our video notes at https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Tuesday, June 30, 2020

An Introduction to Flowers (For Kids)

At Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve we believe that it is important for everyone to understand the importance and beauty of flower. Naturalist and long-time children’s educator, Pam Newitt, made this with the wee ones in mind.We hope that you and your family enjoy this introduction to flowers and take some time this holiday weekend to paint with all the colors of the flowers in your yard. If you enjoy these videos, remember to give them a thumbs up and share them with your friends. Additionally, be sure like our page so as not to miss our future posts.To learn more about Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, please visit www.bhwp.org.More advanced plant highlights can be found at: https://www.facebook.com/watch/BowmansHillWildflowerPreserve/315377116094368/#plantnatives #buckscountypa #buckscounty #ourgardensyourhome #BHWP

Posted by Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve on Saturday, May 23, 2020