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May 3, 2007
OHIO’S RAREST WILDFLOWER TAKES CENTER STAGE
AT LAKESIDE DAISY OPEN HOUSE ON MAY 12
 COLUMBUS, OH - The bright yellow blooms of Ohio’s rarest wildflower, the Lakeside daisy, will greet visitors at the annual open house at Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve in Ottawa County. This Natural Areas Discovery Series event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 12.
The Lakeside daisy is known to grow naturally in only three places worldwide, including on Lake Erie’s Marblehead Peninsula. This globally rare perennial flourishes where few other plants can on nearly barren limestone bedrock in full sunlight.
Nature preserve staff and volunteer guides will be on hand to answer questions about the Lakeside daisy and some of the other unique plants growing at the 19-acre preserve.
The preserve’s Lakeside daisy is the only remaining natural population of this colorful wildflower in the United States. May is the best time to view these cheerful blooms while they are at their peak.
Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas & Preserves, the Natural Areas Discovery Series features scheduled hikes, interpretive activities and an opportunity for visitors to meet preserve and scenic river staff. Programs are held from April to October. The next event is an Oak Openings Open House at Lou Campbell State Nature Preserve on Sunday, May 20. This Lucas County site is generally accessible by permit only.
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