It is overflowing with coreopsis, lychnis coronaria, black eyed susans, ratibida columnifera, larkspur, yarrow, and white and pink sweet peas.
So Kim and I hang around and participate in another favorite pastime of ours; photography.
There were two bumble bees buzzing around that afternoon. It was the pink sweet peas to which the insects swarmed.
Click on the pics to really see them up close.
I never thought of bumble bees as having tongues. But you can just make it out in the photo below.
Kim likes to shoot from a distance for that great depth of field which blurs the background nicely.
I enjoy the close ups my little point and shoot camera offers.
You can just make out the dragonfly in the photo below.
I think it is a Twelve Spotted Skimmer. Probably female.
Anyway, it was fun. Hope you're enjoying your summer!
7 comments:
WOW!!!! Amazing pictures!!! I love the bumble bee tongue one :)
You know what's really cool, Victoria? In your third to the last photo the camera is the same blue color as the delphiniums. You planned that, didn't you? :) Digital photography is so much fun. There are no risks and you can take as many photos as your card will hold. I have a lot of fun with it too. Your long shots of this prolific perennial bed are outstanding. I love the juxtaposition of the weathered log and the gravel pathway. Such a beautiful garden, my friend.
Absolutely gorgeous. I love your garden (and am envious). And the bees!
Looks like you guys got a super dupper new camera. Pictures are perfect. I got your message...still having problems with my link ?
OMG ! what gorgeous pictures you have captured !
I love the bee but the dragonfly pictures are outstanding!!
I hope you have them blown up and framed because they are stunning.
Your garden is so pretty too.
And I agree with Grace .. perfect pairing : )
Joy
That bee looks huge. The pink sweet peas look like something I should add to my yard.
Kim and Victoria, your photos (and your garden) are fabulous!
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