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Sagebrush and Wildflowers Trucker Hat | Teal and Oat

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Sagebrush and Wildflowers Trucker Hat | Teal and Oat

Katherine Homes

San Juan Islands, WA

Price

$41.00

About this piece

Sagebrush and Wildflowers  Sagebrush is not a member of sage family but the sunflower family. When attacked by insects, sagebrush can talk to each other by emitting a volatile organic compound that neighboring sagebrush plants can sense and then produce defensive chemicals to protect itself. This beautiful plant blooms in late summer or early fall, typically flowering right before the first frost. The flowers rely on wind and freezing temperatures to ripen the seeds. Endangered greater sage - grouse relies on it for food. The plant is being diminished from overgrazing of livestock, wild fires, and invasive species . Our trucker hats are light weight (made with foam in the front) super vibrant, comfortable, adjustable and keep the sun out of your eyes, the elements off your face, and the...

About the artist

Katherine Homes uses wildlife and wildlands art to connect people with threatened species and outdoor places, with 1% for the Planet giving built into the brand.

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