Splendid Autumn II

my backyard

chrysanthemums

detail of forest floor from a hike in the mountains of North Carolina

ornamental kale

Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes) caterpillar on rue plant in my front yard

"Patisserie" treat table next to the wedding cake shown on my blog post HERE.  This beautiful wedding was held outdoors at the groom's family home in late September.

a little more about Black Swallowtails:
general information with photos
What did they eat before non natives existed?

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