


After the first confrontation the lavender and pearl mated pair is reunited (guineas tend to mate for life)
The pearl guinea was removed later that night. He resides outside of the pen, and to this day remains separated from his mate. Perhaps one day they will be reunited.
Given to the garden by a friend, who may have found it growing on the homestead she moved into within the past decade.
…and one in October. Note all butterflies were spotted alighting on anise hyssop (Agastache foeniculum), which I shall hereafter refer to as the super-nectary.
Some points for consideration:
Astragalus canadensis.This native plant was welcomed the first full year (2017) – it attracted insects, suppressed weeds due to its prostrate growth habit, and produced prolific biomass. The second year, its sprawling growth overtook many companions and it crept into the paths, and its growth was not as dense.
It is a beautiful, functional plant, and its garden niche will continue to evolve.
Previously:
The nine plants of Sambucus canadensis exceeded my wildest expectations. After two years, they outgrew their space in the garden this summer. My sense is that they can be as vigorous and prolific as bamboo, but more gentle and forgiving. They, along with the passion vine, turned the garden into a jungle.
The jungle, before culling begins.
Once the shrubs have been sufficiently topped, they must be dug up and transplanted to a more amenable situation.