aster – LUCIOLE DESIGN JOURNAL

Here come the butterflies!

As the California asters come into bloom, flocks of butterflies stop by for a meal.

The Aster chilensis is blooming, and it’s the biggest insect party of the year. The plants are covered with skippers, with frequent visits by mason bees and other creatures. Despite its Latin name implying South American origins, it’s a California native – but from the Southern part. It’s common name, California aster, makes its originsContinue reading “The incredible flying circus”