These scenes are from our backyard in winter. Since learning that many butterflies over-winter as eggs, chrysalises, or small caterpillars on plants or in leaf litter, I now wait until spring to remove summer plant material. We had our first “Frost Flowers” (ice crystals) on two Dittany plants, December 2011. I have seen these formations in the wild and it was an extra special treat to have them in our backyard.
Images with an asterisk are available as blank note cards by contacting me. Cards are also sold locally at the Lexington Kentucky Arboretum and Good Foods Market & Café.
Chokeberries and snow
Frost Flower on Dittany 3
Frost Flower on Dittany
Frost Flower on Dittany 2
Frost on Chokecherries
Backyard and Snow
Frost on Purple Coneflower Seedpod
Frost on Trumpet Honeysuckle Blossom
Snow on Little Bluestem Grass
Snow on Winterberries
Winter Garden and Snow
Have you thought about posting the article on the Rabbit Ears, that they published in the magazine, so more people would be informed about what they are and how/when to look for them? Or for other people that know what they are, to respond as to how they come to know them. Just a thought.
I appreciate and like the suggestion, Wes. I’m thinking I might be able to post the article and photos on my website. I’ll see what I can do. Thanks for the idea.