joe-pye weed (Eutrochium) and swallowtail
We took a short drive in the country yesterday to get out of the house. The joe-pye weed was in full bloom and hundreds of butterflies and bees were enjoying the bounty of pollen and nectar.
black swallowtail on joe-pye weed
green headed coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata)
black swallowtail on pasture thistle (Cirsium pumilum)
This is the first year I've seen this pasture thistle blooming here.
Thanks for reading and for all your comments.
What an absolute treat. Glad you saw it, and thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, thanks, we are all so lucky to delight on our surroundings
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ReplyDeleteHi Lee, thanks, I am running behind on everything including visiting blogs. too much crazy family stuff
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