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Adkins Mystery Monday: What Flower is Blooming in our Parking Lot Alive! Gardens?

June 27, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum Leave a Comment

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Happy Mystery Monday! What enthusiastic native flower is blooming in our Parking Lot Alive! gardens?

Last week, we asked you about ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia)! There are three species of ragweed recorded for Maryland, though this annual ragweed seems to be the most common in our area. While many may dread the ragweed for its wind dispersed pollen, ragweed is an excellent plant for wildlife. It produces abundant seeds that are high in fat and protein and offers cover for birds like quail and turkeys.
#mysterymonday #adkinsarboretum #mysteryplant #nativeplant #ragweed #whatsinbloom #parkinglotalive #plantsforwildlife

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Adkins Mystery Monday: What Plant is Starting to Appear Along the Meadow Edges?

June 20, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum Leave a Comment

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Happy Mystery Monday! What plant is just starting to appear along the meadow edges? Hint: this native plant is often considered a weed, but its ecological benefits are nothing to sneeze at.

Last week, we asked you about the Tree Swallow (Tachycineta bicolor)! Tree Swallows have iridescent blue wings with black tips and a white chest. They are often found around open meadows and wetlands, which host plenty of their favorite food — flying insects! They will line the nest with gently curving feathers to protect the eggs and lay 4-7 pure white eggs in each clutch.
#mysterymonday #adkinsarboretum #treeswallow #mysteryplant #nativeplants

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Adkins Mystery Monday: What Bird Lays Pure White Eggs and Lines Their Nest with Feathers?

June 13, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum Leave a Comment

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Happy Mystery Monday! What bird lays pure white eggs and lines their nest with feathers?

Last week, we asked you about the netted chain fern (Woodwardia areolata). This fern looks very similar to sensitive fern (Onoclea sensibilis), but can be distinguished by its glossy fronds, alternate pinnae, and netted venation. The netted chain fern has dimorphic fronds where the fertile frond is much more slender than the sterile. Sensitive fern fertile fronds tend to have shallowly lobed pinnae that are opposite to each other. Of course, if you are fortunate enough to see the spore stalks, the netted chain fern spores appear in a netted chain pattern, while sensitive fern has a spike of many paired branches.
#fernsoftheforest #mysteryfern #mysterybird #adkinsarboretum #mysterymonday

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Mid-Shore Food Spy Report: Latitude 38 in Oxford Starts Anew

June 12, 2022 by Spy Agent 7 -- 00 Section Leave a Comment

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Inspired by the interview in The Spy with the new owners of Oxford’s Latitude 38 restaurant, one of our spies dined in the establishment for the opening week menu.

The experience exceeded expectations with a familiar but altogether new dining experience at this local family restaurant. 

The first impression is favorable because all the wait staff are friendly and helpful, getting guests seated in their area of choice…at least if space permitted. It did get very busy during a mid-week visit.

Everything looks fresh while also familiar. While many wait staff have returned, the chef is new; although, she has experience at the restaurant from past years.

With several alternatives available, the crab cakes beckoned; and, they did not disappoint. Following a delightful Caesar salad with a bit of focaccia-style bread, the crab cakes arrived extra hot from the oven. The plate included spinach and fingerling potatoes prepared perfectly.

The crab is generous with little filler. They are moist and lightly seasoned to near perfection!

The wine by the glass selections, while mostly unfamiliar, seem pleasing and the Four Bears Pinot Noir was excellent.

Near the end of the meal, owner Kris Clear stopped by to check on the meal. He visited for some time about what he and his wife are doing, completing the warm, friendly, family-style experience.

While departing, one could not help noticing that the restaurant was nearly full, and the parking overflowed onto Oxford Road. Clearly, a strong beginning for this refreshed establishment.

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Garden Club of Eastern Shore Awards Two Exceptional Students

June 8, 2022 by Spy Desk Leave a Comment

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Leigh Ann Schaefer (left) is proud of her son, Edward, a graduate of St. Michaels High School who received a Garden Club of the Eastern Shore award from club member Lin Clineberg

The Garden Club of the Eastern Shore (GCES) awards an annual merit-based scholarship to a graduating senior who attends school in Talbot County or who is home schooled. The award is given to a senior who expects to major in horticulture, landscape architecture or design, botany, environmental science, agriculture or a related field in college. Outstanding academic achievement along with volunteer or work experience, which shows a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence, are considered.

In a year of great challenges, the pool of applicants for the 2022 award showed exceptional ability to overcome those challenges. Thanks to the Garden Club’s fundraising success, the GCES is able to recognize two applicants this year, which has only happened once before since the scholarship began in 1999.

Eugene Casey, a graduating senior from Saints Peter and Paul High School, received the annual prize of $5,000. He will be attending Salisbury University, pursuing a degree in horticulture. Eugene says, “With a degree in Horticulture or Plant and Soil Sciences, I know I will be making a difference in my local and surrounding community, and I will be able to continue and grow my family’s legacy of local farming.” As his Eagle Scout project, Eugene has been gardening, installing a brick edge and building fences for a local church.

Edward Schaefer, a graduating senior from St. Michaels High School, received a prize of $1,000 and will attend Chesapeake College, studying Environmental Science and pursuing his interest in how ecosystems adapt and evolve as nature constantly transforms. Edward says, “I have always had a fascination with wetlands and how everything coexists in a seemingly simple yet complicated habitat.” During his time in Scouts of America, Edward acquired knowledge in Environmental Science, Forestry, Nature and Soil and Water Conservation.

GCES President Nance duPont said, “The Garden Club of the Eastern Shore has awarded 20 scholarships to Talbot County students since 1999. Previous recipients have become successful teachers, landscape architects, designers, and environmental researchers, both here on the Eastern Shore and around the country.”

To make a contribution to the Garden Club of the Eastern Shore scholarship fund, mail a check to GCES, Attn: Bernice Michael, P.O. Box 1924, Easton, Maryland 21601.

 

 

 

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Adkins Mystery Monday: Do You Know Which Fern is Seen Here?

June 6, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum Leave a Comment

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Happy Mystery Monday! Now is a wonderful time to see the ferns of the forest! Do you know which fern is seen here — growing in the floodplain?

Last week, we asked you about elderberry (Sambucus canadensis)! Elderberry is a powerhouse of a native plant! It is a fast growing shrub that tolerates pruning and is a host plant to over 40 species of butterflies and moths. The abundant white blooms are pollinator magnets and the fruits are favorites among birds and other mammals. For our own use, the blooms can be harvested to make elderflower cordial or wine and the fruits can be made into an immune-boosting syrup, jelly, or pie. The twigs can even be made into whistles and flutes. Please note that the twigs, leaves, and unripe fruits can be toxic; follow proper guidance and instruction when learning how to use any plant.
#fernsoftheforest #adkinsarboretum #mysterymonday #elderberry #powerhouseplant #nativeplants

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Adkins Mystery Monday: What Native Shrub is Blooming Now?

May 30, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum 3 Comments

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Happy Mystery Monday and Memorial Day! Do you know what native shrub is blooming now? It has prolific white blooms and produces black berries that are known for their immune-boosting qualities!

Last week, we asked you about the snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina)! They tend to range from 10 to 35 pounds and are the largest freshwater turtles in Maryland. They are estimated to lay anywhere from 12 to 55 eggs in a clutch, though the average is closer to 27. They prefer to keep to themselves in the security of ponds and marshy habitats, but if found on land they can be a bit ill-tempered. They are best left undisturbed unless they need help crossing the road, which you can do with caution. #admirefromadistance #snappingturtle #adkinsarboretum #mysterymonday #mysteryshrub

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Adkins Mystery Monday: Which Prehistoric Looking Turtle Did We Find?

May 23, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum 1 Comment

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Happy Mystery Monday! It’s World Turtle Day, so we’re celebrating with a turtle-themed mystery! Which prehistoric looking turtle did we find searching for a suitable location to lay her eggs?

Last week, we asked you about the adult antlion (family Myrmeleontidae). There are eight species of antlions recorded in Maryland, though there are over 2,000 species in the world. This antlion is likely in the genus Myrmeleon. The larvae in this genus will create funnel-like pits to lure in and trap their prey (primarily ants). Interestingly, the larvae can only move backwards.

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Adkins Mystery Monday: What Insect is This?

May 16, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum Leave a Comment

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Happy Mystery Monday! What insect did we find? They are better known for their larval stage, in which they have a unique way of catching their prey.
Last week, we asked you about the blackhaw viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium). This stunning native shrub offers abundant blooms in April and May, interesting foliage, and fall fruit for the birds. It thrives in sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soils. The flowers attract a variety of pollinators and the plant is a host for the spring azure butterfly, as well as many others.
Adkins Mystery Monday is sponsored by the Spy and Adkins Arboretum. For more information go here.

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Adkins Mystery Monday: What Shrub is Blooming White Now?

May 9, 2022 by Adkins Arboretum 2 Comments

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Happy Mystery Monday! What native shrub is blooming along some of our shady paths? Its coppery tinted leaves and white flowers are a happy sight for people and pollinators!
Last week, we asked you about the pinxter azalea (Rhododendron periclymenoides)! This native azalea has gorgeous pink blooms that pepper the forest in May. Take a walk along the Upland Walk and Blockston Overlook to see them while they’re blooming. Hummingbirds, bumblebees, and butterflies are particularly attracted to these blooms.
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