Long-time CNHP botanist Peggy Lyon was honored at the 9th annual Rare Plant Symposium in late September. Peggy, who will be retiring in 2013, received a framed print of Mimulus eastwoodiae in recognition of her many years of service to Colorado’s rare plants.
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Peggy (center) receiving her award.
The meeting was attended by over 50 professional and amateur botanists from around Colorado.