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Post by meadowview on Mar 24, 2010 13:44:17 GMT
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.htmlSincerely, Phil Sheridan Director Meadowview Biological Research Station
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Post by Brian Barnes on Mar 24, 2010 13:59:51 GMT
Hey Phil, Wonderful! Looks like some beaver activity there as well... Keep us posted on this, it's great news indeed. Happy Growing, Brian.
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Post by bluesboy on Mar 24, 2010 23:01:14 GMT
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'
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Post by rocktroll on Feb 17, 2011 2:33:32 GMT
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?
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Post by Devon on Feb 17, 2011 3:10:37 GMT
Very cool! It's always great to hear of new plant sites being found. Totally awesome!
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