Nearing the end
Oct 28, 2017 12:46:45 #
I planted some of my favorite plants in the Butterfly garden that I resurrected this year...Lantanas and Mistflowers. The Lantanas have vigorously bloomed all summer and are still at it while the Mistflowers (Eupatorium coelestinum) have just recently bloomed. The Mistflowers are essential as a source of pollen in the Fall of the year as many other types have finished their bloom cycles. I place the plants in close proximity since I enjoy their ability to blend with each other.
A few of the shots are offered below.
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Hope you all are enjoying some of the same beautiful weather as we are!
Bob
A few of the shots are offered below.
Please view in DOWNLOAD mode.
Hope you all are enjoying some of the same beautiful weather as we are!
Bob
Oct 28, 2017 13:12:08 #
bob_71 wrote:
I planted some of my favorite plants in the Butter... (show quote)
Very nice indeed. They have that 3D look....Rich
Oct 28, 2017 16:30:34 #
Pleased that you visited, Rick. Hope you are enjoying a nice weekend!
Bob
Bob
Oct 28, 2017 17:34:34 #
Beautiful images, Bob!! Focus, composition and brilliant colors make all of the these winners IMO.
Oct 28, 2017 17:46:41 #
Oct 28, 2017 19:39:48 #
The butterflies must have had a party in your garden... beautiful set, Bob... and now we have to wait again for next year!
Oct 28, 2017 23:43:54 #
Oct 29, 2017 06:34:45 #
bob_71 wrote:
I planted some of my favorite plants in the Butter... (show quote)
Bob, excellent photos but the education you give on these flowers and the way the attract our butterflies is excellent.
Greg
Oct 29, 2017 07:18:27 #
bob_71 wrote:
I planted some of my favorite plants in the Butter... (show quote)
beautiful lantanas and mistflowers, bob! downloads and compositions are terrific.
my lantana blooms got beat off by heavy rains . i can't believe how tall and spread out
the lantana gets. there's so much of it and it's so big and bushy i'm not sure what to
do with it...lol. i don't recall seeing a mistflower...it's so pretty.
Oct 29, 2017 10:21:24 #
Dixiegirl wrote:
Beautiful images, Bob!! Focus, composition and brilliant colors make all of the these winners IMO.
Woke up this morning to some much needed rain...and these nice remarks from you! Thanks for coming by, you've lifted my spirits!
Bob
Oct 29, 2017 10:23:44 #
DOOK wrote:
Great shots, Bob.
Pleased that you found the time to view my post, for adding your comment and for the smilies!
Bob
Oct 29, 2017 10:30:44 #
angela k wrote:
The butterflies must have had a party in your garden... beautiful set, Bob... and now we have to wait again for next year!
As of yesterday, I still had quite a few Painted Ladies, along with a few Monarchs and Cabbage Whites. The number of varieties has waned but, so far, they are still partying! I have a tremendous number of un-edited photos...enough to last me all winter. Hope the rain we are getting now reaches your area and puts all your plants to bed for the winter ahead.
Have a nice weekend!
Bob
Oct 29, 2017 10:32:08 #
HOT Texas wrote:
Extra nice shots Bob!!!!
Pleased that you visited and took the time to comment! Have a nice weekend!
Bob
Oct 29, 2017 10:34:34 #
bob_71 wrote:
I planted some of my favorite plants in the Butter... (show quote)
A very beautiful set, Bob and also have Lantana still blooming but was not familiar with the Mistflowers, and will be on the lookout for them next spring. We also have quite a few flowers still blooming and dread that first frost!
Take care! CorkyOct 29, 2017 10:35:06 #
CLF wrote:
Bob, excellent photos but the education you give on these flowers and the way the attract our butterflies is excellent.
Greg
Greg
You are very kind, Greg! Hope the rains in your area pauses a few times to allow some photo time for you!
Hope your weekend is pleasant!
Bob
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