Sunflowers!
Even though my Southwest Missouri garden has had record high temperatures (without rain) during the months of July and August, my reliable annual sunflowers are in full bloom. Not only enjoyed by me, but a ton of pollinators...
Dwarf Variety 'Junior'
I love planting these dwarf sunflowers (only 2 feet in height) in the front row of my vegetable garden. In addition to adding color to the garden, the goldfinches (and my chickens!) enjoy the seeds after the flowers fades...
To see more photos of August blooms, visit May Dreams Gardens.
So much beauty in your garden, Becks.
ReplyDeleteI love sunflowers! So bright and happy, reminding me of the wizard of oz! Love the butterflies that are visiting too!
ReplyDeleteLovely visitors on your lovely sunny smiling sunflowers. Nice shots.
ReplyDeleteStunning photographs of your sunflowers and visitors! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHappy GBBD :)
I love a dedication to sunflowers. They are so lovely...especially with the butterflies! happy gbbd!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful assortment of butterflies!
ReplyDeleteI love those sunflowers - and the sun! But I am really glad for the big rainfall yesterday. I love the chickens, too.
ReplyDeleteYour sunflowers are gorgeous! And I'm envious of your butterfly visitors. It's odd, this summer I haven't seen many butterflies, not like in years past. You got some great shots!
ReplyDeleteA pipeline swallowtail, oh my. You were there to get a pic if it. So cool. Love those dwarf var of sunflowers. We just planted a tall guy that is doing well, but on it's way out. Good news...means more space fr a new plant. Matti
ReplyDeleteGreat post...how can anyone NOT love sunflowers!
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