Spring Wildflowers of Temperate Forests
Spring Wildflowers of Temperate Forests
In-Person
Boone County Extension Enrichment Center
1824 Patrick Drive
Lower Level
Burlington, KY 41005
Last Revised: Mar 30th, 2026
Event Description
The cold ground in North America’s temperate forests suddenly flashes with the color of many flowers in the spring. Taking advantage of early spring light before being shaded by the deciduous canopy, these small flowers carpet the forest floor with hues of white, yellow and blue. Collectively known as “spring ephemerals”, these plants undergo a rapid period of growth and reproduction before going dormant again until the next spring. This presentation will introduce the participant to some of these early bloomers and provide interesting information on their life histories.