Monday, June 16, 2008

Flora Abounds


The Pitcher's Thistle (Cirsium pitcheri) shown in the photo is about seven years old. Its life is spent flowerless until the seventh year when it blossoms and then dies in hopes of continuing to enhance the dune blow with its stark beauty for another seven years.



The Hairy Pucoon (Lithospermum caroliniense) blossoms again as well and appears to be a potted plant that someone simply set on the ground so as to be seen by those who stay in the cottage.




The Sweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus) appears along the roads and trails to brighten up the day and to provide us with a beautiful profusion of colour.



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