October 10, 2021: Early Fall Flowers
The shorebirds we have been enjoying have headed south. Bird migration is at its peak. As I walk around the lagoon these lovely fall days, I can’t help but notice the colorful flowers that are in full bloom. One of my favorites – Asters.
Here at the Mill, we have white and violet or blue varieties. They are about 1 to 2 feet in height, bushy with many small daisy-like flowers. While they are difficult to identify precisely, my Peterson Wildflower Guidebook gives me several possibilities.
We have pictured the New England Aster and Small White Aster.
Many pollinators and small birds can be found among the flowers and leaves. Several types of Goldenrod add to the color mix, and soon the trees will begin their fall transition.
Hope to see you out there, happy birding!