Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Suntanned, Waterlogged, and Happy

We had so much fun at the lake, we just couldn't come home.


I have a gazillion pups photos to share, but I need some help identifying an interesting bush (in above photo) I discovered on a lake island.




The round balls are fragrant and the butterflies and bees love it.






Does anyone know the name of this beautiful plant?

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Thank you, Jackdaddy, for identifying the mystery plant as a Buttonbush!
I would love to have one in my yard...
Hmmm, Maybe I should take a shovel and bucket the next time we visit the island.

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23 comments:

  1. Granite State Pet SittingAugust 25, 2010 at 1:46 PM

    What a Wonderful Place! What a Pretty plant, I have no clue what it is. Thanks for Sharing.

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  2. SharonAugust 25, 2010 at 2:38 PM

    I have no idea, very pretty though an unusual blossom! Glad you had fun!

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  3. Frankie Furter and ErnieAugust 25, 2010 at 2:42 PM

    Frankie's Mom here... I have actually seen that plant here in S.E. Ohio... It does not grow here Wild, but I saw it at a Lily farm. They are beautiful and I was sooooo intigued.. butt no one there could tell me anything about them. ... I SMELLED them before I saw them.

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  4. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥August 25, 2010 at 2:52 PM

    No idea, but it sure is a beautiful bush. Looks like a great vacation too. Welcome back, we missed you.

    Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

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  5. Maggie Mae and MaxAugust 25, 2010 at 4:06 PM

    Welcome back Everybodys!
    Ummmm, I thinks dat bush is called "I Have No Idea" :)
    The butterflies are pretty, you tooks beootiful pictures of dems.

    Woofs and Licks,
    Maggie Mae

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  6. bellabooAugust 25, 2010 at 4:18 PM

    It's beautiful..I wish I had one in my garden!

    Bellaboo :o)

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  7. snoopydogknitsAugust 25, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    Sorry, I can't help with the plant identification, but your photos are really fabulous! Ros

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  8. JacksDadAugust 25, 2010 at 4:34 PM

    Buttonbush
    http://www.floridata.com/ref/C/ceph_occ.cfm


    https://encrypted.google.com/search?hl=en&q=buttonbush&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=

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  9. kksAugust 25, 2010 at 4:52 PM

    can't help with the plant id...but, how wonderfully relaxed you look!! can't wait to see more pics!
    xoxo

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  10. Ina in AlaskaAugust 25, 2010 at 4:59 PM

    What a beautiful retreat, gorgeous pictures! Nice way to beat the heat, but I am certainly no plant expert...xoxo

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  11. UnknownAugust 25, 2010 at 5:22 PM

    Very interesting and pretty bush! Glad you were able to find the name. Did the smell of the plant over come wet doggie smell? (hehe)

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  12. Kari in AlaskaAugust 25, 2010 at 5:30 PM

    I don't think I would want to leave that place either!

    Don't forget, we moved to http://dogisgodinreverse.com/

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  13. SusanAugust 25, 2010 at 5:35 PM

    Great to have smart blog readers!! Beautiful pics! I am glad you are home, but I know you want to go back!

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  14. JacksDadAugust 25, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    What did you do about the dog ramp for the boat?

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  15. ♥I am Holly♥August 25, 2010 at 6:56 PM

    Welcome back! Your vacation looks wonderful! Lots of love, Holly and Mom

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  16. Gail WilsonAugust 25, 2010 at 8:20 PM

    It looks like you all had a real good time at the lake. The pictures of the Button Bush are great...a very interesting plant. Hugs and wags, Mistaya

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  17. AnonymousAugust 25, 2010 at 9:42 PM

    Sure looks like an ideal place to relax and have fun. I'd like to have a plant like that one, especially if it attracts butterflies.

    Liz

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  18. The Daily Pip August 25, 2010 at 10:24 PM

    Those butterflies are SO PRETTY!

    Your pal, Pip

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  19. ~Kim at Golden Pines~August 25, 2010 at 10:39 PM

    I'm glad you're back, and glad that you had a wonderful time too!! I've never knew there was such a thing as a buttonbush--and I collect buttons! :-))

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  20. NAK and The Residents of The Khottage Now With KhattleDog!August 25, 2010 at 11:04 PM

    OH MY!

    Those pikhs are all inkhredible!

    The new header just took my breath away!

    Hugz&Khysses,
    Khyra

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  21. countrylivingAugust 26, 2010 at 8:04 AM

    Button Bush - good name.
    That video was wonderful.
    I so want to do that.

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  22. KT and EastonAugust 26, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    What a wonderful slide show/video. Just like we were there! Lady is still totally in love with Buddy. He is one sweet, handsome boy.
    So glad you are enjoying your summer. Best,
    KT and Lady

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  23. My Mind's EyeAugust 26, 2010 at 1:25 PM

    opps I missed yesterday post...I'm still humming A Summer Place...
    I've never heard of a button bush but the name is quite appropriate.
    Madi and Mom

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I love your comments! Thank you, ~K