I’ll try to keep the words to a minimum today.
I had the camera out early this morning and for whatever reason, felt a jolt of awesomeness as I proceeded on my walk.
Here are the shots I took, hope you enjoy:
I found two Monarch caterpillar chrysalis formed right near the Milkweed plants they devoured. They almost seem fake. Beyond cool, will keep an eye on these as they progress.
Stay away you son of a … never mind … I’m cool with you as long as you keep your distance.
The ever elusive hummingbird moth.
Bees rule
The Betula Nigra (River Birch) bark is slowly taking on a new color hue.
I love my Ninebark ‘Summer Wine’.
Still working on my bird identification so not sure what this is.
Milkweed bugs … nice
The Hibiscus ‘Kopper King’ bloomed almost pure white. Not sure if this is typical. The prior blooms were all pink. Need to research.
How cool is this Ninebark ‘Diablo’ leaf? Almost half green/half maroon.
Helenium Autumnale is in full bloom, but, I didn’t stake it so it is falling over.
Just thought this was a cool photo, Lobelia and Chasmanthium Latifolium (Northern Sea Oats).
Another cool shot … I think
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Hi, Love the chrysalis….they almost look as if they are made of plastic, amazing.
Northern oats look so dainty. Someone has recently sent me some seeds which is great. Can’t wait to see them in the garden next year.
I think you will find the bug on the milkweed is the last stage of a ladybird’s development.
Could the bird be your native robin??
They are completely different from ours in UK.
I am only guessing here.
I love the shot of the deer, and your last picture is beautiful too, very nice, you should be proud of your garden. take care, Gina
Interesting to see the bug on the milkweed–looks like the bugs that have been on mine–I had never seen them before, but they look like yours. And I agree with Cheryl that your bird is an American robin!