Hummingbird and Butterfly Gardening: DAILY BUTTERFLIES Page 62, 1 by mellielong

mellielong wrote:
And now - drum roll please - Melanie caught a picture of the hummingbird! Darn thing has been mocking me for days! I see it nearly every morning when I leave for work and often when I come home in the evening. When I was planting this weekend I got to stare at it for a good 15-20 seconds and really got to see the red on its throat. We had hummingbirds last year and as soon as the porterweed (pictured) started blooming this spring they showed up again. They seem to be hanging out in the oak tree on the west side of the house whereas last year they preferred the east side oak tree. I just really wanted to snap a picture so everyone would know I really do have a hummingbird.

By the way, if you haven't done so, google a hummingbird call and get to know what they sound like. They're really distinct and it helps to know when one is near (so you can get that camera ready). I'm just glad I didn't have to resort to wrapping myself in a red blanket and dousing myself in sugar water.

Back to my cocoon,
Melanie