Gabriola native plant shootsThese shoots are the height of lipstick tubes, and have only appeared in the last couple of weeks. There are about 20 shoots in the middle of a mossy area. Any idea what’s coming up?

I haven’t a clue, but I’ll be back to see what develops.

Update, April 27th: Argh! They’re all gone! Now how will I ever find out what these shoots would have become? Some deer has eaten every last one.

Update: May 2nd: Found more, in another spot. If the deer leave these ones alone I’ll be able to see what they become.

Update, May 22nd: here’s the answer!