Halberd-leaved Violet © William Britten use with permission only
Halberd-leaved Violet © William Britten use with permission only
Halberd-leaved Violet (Viola hastata) is a very early bloomer in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, showing its yellow blossoms as early as late March.
The name halberd actually refers to a medieval battle axe, which apparently is shaped like this delicate little flower’s leaves.
Look for this yellow violet along the Greenbrier Road or Porters Creek Trail.
Please stop in and visit me to see the complete display of Smoky Mountain Photography at the William Britten Gallery in Gatlinburg, TN.
I live in Gatlinburg TN, on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains. The Smokies are a very spiritual place, and I attempt to capture some of that spirit in each of my photographs.
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