Tag Archives: goldfinches

Pretty Petal Pickers

Posted on July 3, 2020 by kathydoremus

I spent time with the prettiest petal pickers the other day! My front yard was filled with busy Goldfinches visiting the flowers, relieving them of their petals in search of seeds. There were finches on the Black-eyed Susans… … finches … Continue reading →

Vibrant Visitors

Posted on July 7, 2019 by kathydoremus

Sunflowers are some of my favorite summer visitors! Seriously, it’s just about impossible to see one and not smile. My Goldfinches, who like to pick the petals to partake of the seeds, agree that their appearance is most welcome! And … Continue reading →

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Why Sunflowers Make Me Smile

Posted on June 19, 2015 by kathydoremus

Remember the old song, “Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy” – well, I feel the same way about Sunflowers in my front yard! Not only do these beauties provide a feast for the finches, they also bring to my … Continue reading →