More at the Lily Pond

The lily pond at Claude Peteet Mariculture Center still has blooms. The nice thing is that you can ride by … More

Hibiscus Blooms Another Year

This hibiscus plant bloomed multiple times last summer on my mom’s porch. It lived through the winter and leaves started … More

Giant Swallowtail on My Zinnias

I planted zinnias in a pot last summer. I just thought they would bloom only one year. This summer, zinnias … More

Southern Magnolia

This Southern Magnolia is growing beside the Little Bohemian Hall in Silverhill. The Bohemian Hall was built in 1920 by … More

Lilies in the Pond

Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8

Dragonfly on a Water Lily

The dragonfly is possibly an Eastern Pondhawk.

Water Lily Pond

There are 2 water lily ponds on the way to the Maricultural Center in Gulf Shores. See them always reminds … More

White Daisies

Daisies have been around for a very long time. Since at least 2,200 B.C. It’s well-known that the ancient Egyptians … More

Blackberries at Meaher State Park

Blackberries are a superfood with beneficial vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. They’re low in calories, carbs, and fat. Blackberries may … More

Passion Flower

Passion Flower is a host plant for Gulf Fritillary, Variegated Fritillary, Mexican Fritillary, Zebra Longwing and occasionally the Julia butterfly.