In pre-settlement times, small fires could occur all through the year, and native plants are well adapted to fire. Now, as awareness of the importance of fire is increasing, its use as a management tool in natural areas is also increasing. Safety is a big issue. Fire should ONLY be used under the direction of trained, experienced people who can supervise a controlled burn - and who will accept liability in case the fire gets away and someone is injured, or property is damaged. Old Man's garden .
Spring comes with a rush in the Arctic.
On May 25, when the ground had dried, the large bluish flowers appeared while the new foliage was still undeveloped. On June 25 some of the seeds had already been dropped. A.E. Porsild. 1951. Plant Life in the Arctic . Canadian Geographical Journal.