March 12
Plant a Flower
Let's Bloom with the Spirits of the Woods! Happy Plant a Flower Day at the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve
Welcome, nature enthusiasts and creature connoisseurs alike, to a very special Plant a Flower Day here at the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve! Today, we celebrate the harmonious relationship between humankind and the wild, a connection that transcends even the veil between our world and the...well, let's just say the "unseen."
As you wander our meticulously maintained trails, teeming with peculiar flora and fauna (some more peculiar than others), remember that beneath every vibrant bloom and rustling leaf lies a story waiting to be unearthed. Native American legends speak of powerful flower spirits, some benevolent, others with a mischievous streak. They are said to influence the growth and health of plants, and perhaps even hold sway over the creatures that call the forest home.
Here at the Haberdashery Preserve, we wouldn't be surprised if a Jack-o'-Lantern mushroom patch popped up overnight, fueled by the playful whispers of a nearby flower sprite, or if the elusive Jersey Devil himself shyly peeked from behind a particularly impressive stand of sunflowers, drawn in by their otherworldly fragrance.
So, this Plant a Flower Day, we encourage you to not only beautify our preserve with colorful blooms, but also to consider the folklore and legends that weave their way through the natural world. As you dig into the soil and carefully place your seeds or seedlings, whisper a thank you to the unseen forces that nurture life around us. Who knows, you might just cultivate a connection with a whimsical flower spirit, or perhaps even appease the Jersey Devil with your horticultural efforts (though we wouldn't recommend trying to befriend him directly).
Happy planting, everyone! Let's fill the Haberdashery Cryptid Preserve with vibrant blooms and the magic they inspire!