One of the most well known indicators/characteristics of spring is the emergence of buds. There were few leaves that are visible on deciduous trees throughout centennial woods, but the various buds and flowers indicate the forest will be vibrantly green soon. On a lower level, the forest floor has shifted from primarily dirt and organic matter to a dense layer small plants. Some are more abundant than others, and I sketched some of the common ones, attached above. The shift into spring is my personal favorite season to observe the changes in plant life. The forest seemingly rapidly becomes filled with new life and the regrowth of plants that became bare during the winter.
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