OT Humming bird moths
I'm delighted to report we have just seen *4* of these on Salvia involucrata
planted in a sunny border. I don't think there has been one day in at least a month, when this plant hasn't been visited by these fascinating creatures. -- Sacha (remove the 'x' to email me) |
OT Humming bird moths
In message , Sacha
writes I'm delighted to report we have just seen *4* of these on Salvia involucrata planted in a sunny border. I don't think there has been one day in at least a month, when this plant hasn't been visited by these fascinating creatures. Seems to have been a very good year for them and for lots of butterflies in general. Most of our nectar bearing plants have been covered. Sedum spectabile is pretty good for extending their season, but I fear the last couple of nights with frosts may see them off. Unfortunately humming bird hawkmoths are incredibly fast and hard to photograph so I still don't have a decent image of one. The closest is in focus but half way out of the frame :( Regards, -- Martin Brown |
OT Humming bird moths
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wrote on 25/9/03 3:52 pm: In message , Sacha writes I'm delighted to report we have just seen *4* of these on Salvia involucrata planted in a sunny border. I don't think there has been one day in at least a month, when this plant hasn't been visited by these fascinating creatures. Seems to have been a very good year for them and for lots of butterflies in general. Most of our nectar bearing plants have been covered. snip Perhaps because we're in S. Devon ours might go on longer. I do hope so. They are the most fascinating creatures to watch. Sadly though, the swallows are gathering. ;-( -- Sacha www.hillhousenursery.co.uk (remove the 'x' to email me) |
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