New Pitcher plant Population in VA!!

[meadowview]

Hi Folks:

I have some extremely good news. This past weekend our team of volunteer biologists discovered a new purple pitcher plant population in southern Virginia. I can't disclose the location but I can provide you a link to see the site and discovery. The population, 52 clumps, is now one of the largest native populations in the state. We are discussing a conservation easement and restoration strategies with the landowner. If things work out in a few years you will be able to visit the site.

See www.michaelkevinsmith.com/Pitcher-Plant-Hunt-Sussex-VA-032010.html

Sincerely,

Phil Sheridan
Director
Meadowview Biological
Research Station

[Brian Barnes]

Hey Phil,

Wonderful!

Looks like some beaver activity there as well...
Keep us posted on this, it's great news indeed.

Happy Growing,

Brian.

[bluesboy]

AMAZING! Simply GREAT NEWS! is all I can say right now- Phil- I'm really so happy- Meadowview's years of persistence in looking for the last of the last purps in VA finally pays off big time- you must be on top of the world right now!!! I can't wait to see the details as they unfold. All the Best, Nick 'bluesboy'

[rocktroll]

I trully enjoyed the pictures instu and hope the conervation effort goes well. Does meadowview have any affiliation with backcrossing and resoration of the American Chestnut?

[Devon]

Very cool!

It's always great to hear of new plant sites being found. Totally awesome!