Queen Anne’s Lace

Queen Anne’s Lace

Black Snakeroot

This white wildflower has the unusual name of Black Snakeroot.

Black Snakeroot

Common Mullein

These tall yellow flowers are common in sunny areas.  They remind me a bit of the cardinal flower, in that they would be more spectacular if all the blossoms bloomed simultaneously.

Common Mullein

Great Spangled Fritillary on Thistle 2009 Image 2

Great Spangled Fritillary on Thistle flower

Great Spangled Fritillary on Thistle

I took a similar picture last year, but we saw the familiar scene again this summer.

Great Spangled Fritillary on Thistle flower

Black-eyed Susan

Black-eyed Susans are native to much of North America.

Black Eyed Susan