Triumphs, Failures, Bog Gardening

White astilbe is awesome right now and nearby is the decimated ligularia, one of my favorite plants destroyed almost completely by a caterpillar. Other plants which thrive in this high water table area are ferns, daylilies, hostas, and wildflowers, especially my favorite, the winterberry.

Sunlight and Water

Couldn't take my eyes off this when I first looked out the window and saw it. Had to capture it and save, to share with those of you who are in awe of nature's wonders. Be sure to click and expand so you can see the nearly transparent orange leaves and petals.