It's a real bummer that along with the cooler days, the plants will begin to decline. I already have some which are showing some yellow leaves even though it's in the low 90's, with some scattered showers here today. I am not ready for the fall yet.

Excellent shots of Tiger Swallowtail. I have only seen 2 butterflies this year (Red spotted Purples) . We had excessive rain and we did not get our vegetable garden in this year. Really reduced the butterfly population in my yard. I volunteer at a nearby botanical garden butterfly house and this is one of the best years they've had. The other day I released 12 Zebra Swallowtails. Somewhat rare in Ohio because the Paw Paw tree is not plentiful here.

After working a shift there my BP is so low it's almost shocking. :)

I saw the swallowtail lay the eggs, on my parsley, a favored food:

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I can't wait for the monarchs to migrate thru in Sept. The color of the butterfly goes well with the center of the cone flower.

Pearl Crescent this week

Gorgeous butterfly pics, everyone!