Clean up

We came across this industrial size leafblower cleaning the leaves and twigs off the Neuse River Greenway the day after Tropical Storm Michael came through Raleigh.  There was an other crew driving down the greenway cutting up downed trees.  We missed most of the wind and rain, but parts of Raleigh had flash floods and downed trees.  

Begonia

The begonias in the test garden at the arboretum were bright and colorful.  I'd say this one passes the test.

Pollinator garden

The Pollinator garden at the JC Raulston Arboretum was a busy place.  The bees and butterflies were everywhere. As they should be when they have their own homes right there.

A home for cavity dwelling bees

And busy hives for the honey bees.

Mardi Gras or Halloween?

This caterpillar looks like he's ready for Mardi Gras, although it looks like his range never gets to New Orleans.  He's a White-marked Tussock Moth caterpillar. here 

Peaceful Warrior

This warrior kneels in the Japanese garden at the JC Raulston Arboretum.  I'll think of him now when I do the yoga pose.

Beginning of fall

This little bit of red was the first sign that fall is here. 

Yellow Mushroom

I believe this is a Caesar's Mushroom, but it's very hard to identify from pictures.