SEYMOUR — It’s the time of year when the Connecticut winter begins to lose its grip and brightly colored flowers magically seem to appear everywhere. The state’s bounty of spring wildflowers will be explored at a Seymour Historical Society program on Sunday, March 26 at 2 p.m.
Daffodil and tulip bulbs will also be on sale at the presentation by naturalists Peter and Barbara Rzasa.
Wildflowers bloom in the state’s woodlands, in suburban backyards and even along busy highways. Some have scientific-sounding names — hepatica, wood anemone, and trillium. Other names seem plucked from fairy tales — Dutchman’s breeches, bloodroot, lady-slipper and Jack-in-the pulpit. In this special program, the Rzasas will discuss some of their favorite spring species, provide tips on where to find them, and offer stories on how the flowers have been used throughout history and portrayed in folklore.
The Seymour Historical Society is located at 59 West Street, near the Trinity Episcopal Church. This live program is free for Society members and $5 for our other guests. Doors open at 1 p.m. for those wishing to reserve good seats. Masks are recommended, but not required. For more information, call 203 – 888-7471, email [email protected] or visit our website at www.seymourhistoricalsociety.org.
