Mary Stone recounts witnessing a bear in her pond overnight, perhaps feeding on acorns. The encounter led her to learn about the Acorn Float Test, which assesses the viability of acorns for propagation.

Blue Jays flock to feast on acorns in the fall, making a ruckus. Like squirrels, they bury a stash, though many are never retrieved. Mary admits a previous grudge against Blue Jays, which shifted after observing their nature. She highlights the importance of Oak Trees and Blue Jays in the balance of our natural world.

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Related Podcast and Posts:

Blue Jays' Bad Reputation – Blog Post

Growing the Home Garden's YouTube channel: The Float Test: Separating the Good from the Bad Acorns

Ep 224. A Sunflower Maze of Healing

A Sunflower Maze of Healing - Blog Post

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Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer

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