Natural History Wanderings

Gary Regner Photography has the Texas following spring wildflower outlook  for February 1, 2014:

Fall rainfall for much of Texas, especially prime bluebonnet areas, looked great. Bad news is that there has been little rainfall this winter and the longterm forecast is not looking great at this time. All of the prime areas for bluebonnets received good rainfall September-November, covering most or part of each zone: south central Texas (south east and west of San Antonio), the Brazos River Valley area (in and around Brenham), the Hill Country (west of Austin) and Ellis county (south of Dallas).

More rain is needed between now and March, and the amount will generally determine which areas are best. We will see wildflowers this year, just like every year, but whether or not this is a \”banner\” year is still to be determined by Mother Nature.

Follow Texas Wildflower reports at:  Texas Wildflower and Bluebonnet Sightings Report : Texas Wildflower Hot Spots and Pictures by Gary Regner Photography.