From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center:  Recent Rains Benefit Spring Wildflowers

[March 15, 2012: Based on recent rains, weather,and my observations of local Houston roadside flora, I suspect that the next couple of weeks will be prime wildflower viewing in the metro-Houston area of southeast Texas. ENJOY! :-)  ]

[Feb. 12, 2012: This article has been significantly updated and re-written for 2012. It may be further updated as the season progresses. – Mike]

If you live in Texas, the next several weeks (usually in March, possibly April) are the prettiest time to get out of the city and see the open road. Due to the drought, 2011 was a very disappointing year for wildflower lovers, but 2012 is ripe with possibilities.

We’ve had some decent rains recently, and mild weather. Wildflower forecasters are guardedly optimistic. (See links below)

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[Feb. 12, 2012: This article has been significantly updated and re-written for 2012. It may be further updated as the season progresses. – Mike]

If you live in Texas, the next several weeks (usually in March, possibly April) are the prettiest time to get out of the city and see the open road. Due to the drought, 2011 was a very disappointing year for wildflower lovers, but 2012 is ripe with possibilities.

We’ve had some decent rains recently, and mild weather. Wildflower forecasters are guardedly optimistic. (See links below)

Continue reading →