Spring in Houston is often synonymous with vibrant displays of Texas Bluebonnets, turning highway roadsides and open fields into sea of blue. But for the past two years, many residents have noticed a distinct lack of our beloved state flower along major Houston arteries. “I didn’t see them last year, and I’m not seeing them this year either,” is a sentiment echoing among nature enthusiasts across the city. Is it a permanent shift, or just a couple of off-seasons? Let’s delve into what’s happening.