Prairie Crocus
In prairie provinces, this species is a great indicator that winter has gone and warmer weather is here to stay. Even if spring hasn’t completely sprung, the diminutive flower is able to withstand cold, wind and snow because of the tiny woolly-white protective hairs that cover it.
The prairie crocus was officially adopted as the official flower of Manitoba in 1906. The idea to name a provincial flower was first suggested by the Manitoba Horticultural Society and was followed by a vote among schoolchildren, who awarded the flower first place (prairie lily and wild rose came in second and third place, respectively).
Prairie Crocus
In prairie provinces, this species is a great indicator that winter has gone and warmer weather is here to stay. Even if spring hasn’t completely sprung, the diminutive flower is able to withstand cold, wind and snow because of the tiny woolly-white protective hairs that cover it.
The prairie crocus was officially adopted as the official flower of Manitoba in 1906. The idea to name a provincial flower was first suggested by the Manitoba Horticultural Society and was followed by a vote among schoolchildren, who awarded the flower first place (prairie lily and wild rose came in second and third place, respectively).