Flower Corner

Not much blooms in January, but even if there’s snow on the ground, the fragrant, yellow buds of witch-hazel may be popping open. Look (and sniff) for this woody shrub along rocky streams or in your local park. Lots of people like to plant witch-hazel for its sweet-smelling, early-blooming flowers and golden fall leaves. Deer will eat the leaves of witch-hazel, and turkeys will eat the seeds and flowers. Learn more at mdc.mo.gov/field-guide.

Happy Birthday to Us!

Xplor turns 10 years old in February. Wahoo!

To celebrate, we’re asking readers to tell us what they think about the magazine.

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