Yarrow: wildflower for pollinators in the Northern Hemisphere
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Common Yarrow

the versatility of the yarrow flower, which thrives in the Northern Hemisphere and supports pollinators

Dalmatian Toadflax, a noxious weed
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Unfortunate Blooms

Dalmatian Toadflax, a noxious weed with lovely yellow snapdragon-like flowers

One of two peonies in my front yard.
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Pink in May

joy of blooming peonies helped by a cold winter; plus the impact of climate change hardiness zones for gardening

Ancient basalt columns millions of years old still stand hundreds of feet tall in a jagged line against the sky in Dry Coulee of Eastern Washington State.
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Basalt Castles

surreal landscape inspired a poem and photo capturing the timeless beauty of the basalt castles

Lake Roosevelt, WA near Grand Coulee Dam May 18, 2014
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Thankful for Blues

gratitude for the environment's beauty

The cat curled up, turned on her side, limbs outstretched and hanging— totally out from a night outside.
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Out

The cat lays peacefully after a night outside, undisturbed and deeply asleep, feeling safe and relaxed.