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It’s Springtime – The Bearded Irises Are Back In Bloom
I always look forward to my Bearded Irises (Iris germanica) blooming each year. They are hearty little flowers, easy to take care of, they look nice and they make great photographic subjects. This...
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Hens and Chicks In Bloom
I have a tough time growing Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum tectorum) for some reason. Everyone tells me how easy they are to grow, but I haven’t had that experience. I had several Chicks drop off into...
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Foxglove Beardtongue
Just one of the many wildflowers growing in my prairie garden. I planted this garden years ago, because native plants fascinated me and growing them just made sense. Turns out the garden provides me...
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Sawtooth Sunflowers found in the Illinois Prairies
These Sawtooth Sunflowers (Helianthus grosseserratus) were photographed at the restored prairie at Rock Cut State Park, Loves Park, Illinois Filed under: Flowers, Plants & Trees, Insects, Macro...
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New England Asters In Bloom
These New England Asters (Aster novae-angliae) were photographed at the restored prairie at Rock Cut State Park, Loves Park, Illinois. Filed under: Flowers, Plants & Trees, Macro Tagged: Aster...
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Prairie Milkweed
This is my favorite photo of milkweed that I took this year. I’ve got a number of compliments on it, so others must like it as well. The sun was back lighting the milkweed pods creating harsh shadows...
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Wind Box for Flower Photography
I do quite a bit of macro work outside, and a common problem when shooting flowers is getting them to stay still in the wind. It’s commonly a game of patience waiting for lulls in the wind. I am not...
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