Silviculture: the growing and cultivation of trees.  How is it I never knew this word?

Trees and flowers look so much better in the rain.  I’m especially happy to see my baby native trees thriving.  If you squint, you can imagine a forest.

Also, I can’t get enough of these columbines and other perennials that are finally taking over.  It pays to be patient.  I still have hope that my other native wildflowers will eventually germinate and spread.