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: 

Acorns and a Ruckus of Blue Jays - Blog Post

Ep 35. Leaf Therapy, Essential Oaks

Native Plants, especially Oaks, are Essential - Blog Post

Ep 132. Shagbark Hickories and Nutty Mast Years

Shagbark Hickories – Nutty Mast Years - Blog Post

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

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Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer

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