Me 'n the Bee

I love sunflowers and so do the bees.  This one was getting the last of what was the end of the crop in an almost vacant field.  Maybe it was the best.  As the old saying goes "save the best for last".

"Me 'n the Bee"    © Kathy Dunham 2010

Teenie Weenie Flowers

Yes, those are grains of sand near the yellow flowers.  Searching for wildflowers in the desert is a real challenge.  Finding the best ones require parking the car, having hiking boots, water, a hat and sunscreen.   And usually a walk on the wild side.  Hiking in the desert this time of year means you have to keep your eyes and ears open for rattlesnakes as they are coming out of hibernation and love to sun themselves on the warm ground.  But when I find little treasures like this it's all worth it.  btw.... there's no common name for this cutie.  But it is an "Eriophyllum wallacie" and is a member of the sunflower family.

"Teenie Weenie Flowers"    © Kathy Dunham 2010

Desert Chicory

The wildflower season is just about upon us and I'm getting out my canera, botanical books and hiking shoes so I'll be ready to get lots of pictures.  This desert chicory, a member of the sunflower family, is usually pretty abundant and can be found in sandy washes.  Remember to look down as it's easy to miss the little flowers.


"Desert Chicory"     © Kathy Dunham 2010