A walk around our wetland was absolutely gorgeous. The purple and yellow blooms of New England Aster and Riddell's Goldenrod were breath-taking. I could have stayed out there all day. 
The blossoms were covered with tons of insects. Butterflies galore, orange Soldier Beetles, wasps, bees, moths, etc... I will cover some of my finds in another post.
This New England Aster was phenomenal. It was almost as tall as me, with the lovely purple blossoms cascading down the stem.
It really pleases me that out wetland was installed in 2000, and it is such a haven for wildlife. The plantings have really taken off, with this year being a real showstopper for the fall flowers. Native plants can really improve an area. It shows that if you build it, they will come!
A beautiful end to the summer. I think asters are my favorite flowers. They are so reliable and pretty. They are a great late season nectar source.
ReplyDeleteWhenever I see a goldenrod, I never fail to spot a bee or two too. I guess it really does attract them.
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ReplyDeleteJanet: I love the wildflowers and you captured them beatifully. The asters have just come into bloom around here.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flowers, rainbow colours.
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ReplyDeleteso lovely colors :)
Beautiful! Those colors compliment one another so well.
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