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Fresh Off the Trail: Stonecrop Wildflower Sighting

Written by Walking Mountains Science Center | Jun 29, 2017 9:37:44 PM

Look for this yellow succulent growing among the granite boulders on Cross Creek or Bighorn Creek. Stonecrop is a variety of sedum, and was first described in the Pike Peak area by John Torrey in 1820. Sedum varieties are great for xeriscaping and Walking Mountains Science Center even has sedum growing on their roof!

Check out our comprehensive Colorado Wildflower Guide here!

When you participate in one of our guided backcountry hikes not only are you exploring new areas of the Eagle Valley, you're doing it with someone who really knows their stuff! Peter, our backcountry guru who dilligently reports back from the trail about current blooms is not only a trail expert, but also knows a ton about local flora and fauna! Click here to sign up for a hike led by him and see all of Colorado's unique blooms in person.

2017 Full Day Hikes
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2017 Family Hikes (6/8-10/5)
Summer Hikes: Thursdays | 9:00am – 1:00pm (6/8-8/31)
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