Hummingbird and Butterfly Gardening: DAILY BUTTERFLIES Page 53, 0 by mellielong

mellielong wrote:
There were two Polydamas chasing everything around. This one is looking a little worn. Later, as Mom and I were leaving to do some shopping, we saw a swallowtail flying around the plumbagos. I thought it was the Polydamas again, but then we saw flashes of blue. I jumped out of the car and ran over and sure enough it was a Pipevine Swallowtail! I was surprised to see it since it's getting a little late in the year here. My pipevine near the front door is nothing but stems so I won't even think about getting it to lay any eggs for me. But next year...my house will be the place to hang out!

Oh, I almost forgot! Mom saw a hummingbird yesterday out her office window! We had some a few months ago and then they left. I'm not sure if they've returned or if this is a different guy. At least I have enough porterweed to keep everyone happy.

Melanie