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The retreat of winter is also marked by snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis), which are the first to emerge from the ground and herald the beginning of spring with their delicate flowers. They are joined by the willow (Salix gracilistyla 'Mount Aso'), whose fluffy catkins attract the first spring pollinators. Among other plants, the black hellebore (Helleborus niger) stands out with its elegant white flower. Meanwhile, Siberian squill (Scilla sp.) and winter aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) add even more brightness and color to the garden with their white and bright yellow flowers.
Along with the flowers, the first pollinators also awaken, bustling among the flowers and searching for nectar. The comma butterfly, spreading its wings, warms itself in the sun, while honey bees and bumblebees awaken after winter, busily flying from flower to flower.
In March, the Botanical Garden's working hours are from 10:00 to 16:00, but in April, the working hours will be from 10:00 to 19:00.
Information prepared by: Annija Tija Berņikova-Bondare
Photo: Lauma Ķeire, LU Botanical Garden
, which attract attention with their purple flowers from both people and insects. Equally noticeable is the common mezereon (Daphne mezereum), whose pink flowers are an early signal of spring's arrival. ){kind=link}