Comptonia peregrina ( #Sweetfern). A #shrub #native to eastern NA. Fragrant, green leaves with green/brown catkins that appear in spring. Found in dry, sandy sites, preferably by pine stands. Forms colonies quickly. Attracts #butterflies and other #pollinators. Fixes nitrogen in soils.
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Blossom 🌸

Featuring a subtle olive-yellow female Goldfinch nestled amongst the yellow flowers of the impressive Compass Flower, surrounded by the oh so crispy leaves of the Sweetfern plant. ✨

As always all native to Canada 🫶

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