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Eupatorium purpureum
Appearing from July and continuing until autumn, the large, domed heads are made up of numerous small flowers, so rich in pollen and nectar that they provide a feast for butterflies, bees and moths.
Earth laughs in flowers 
Fabulous… Love the colours and details this image shows… Have a wonderful week xx
I am so surprised about the different way flowers look when you get so close in – these are very delicate little flowers. Foggy here again today so a bit grey 😦
Hope it is brighter in your part of the world.
Hi Jude.. no its foggy here too.. damp and grey….xx love your photographic skills
Such a beautiful flower!
I want to reach out and touch these Jude. Perhaps you have invented a new technology for a texture experience via internet? Beautiful!
AH, texture, one of those things that add depth to a photo – glad you felt it Sue 🙂
Is this a posh version of Joe Pie Weed? It’s gorgeous isn’t it?
Same family I believe. Never heard of that name!
This is such an unusual flower.
That’s a very posh name for such a pretty thing. Lovely Macro, Jude. 🙂
I thought it was a sedum from a distance. Well worth finding a spot in the garden. I really need a MUCH bigger garden. I am going to have to plan carefully.