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Summertime Sunflower Splendor

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What a gorgeous view this morning at Columbia Bottoms Conservation Area. I never knew this was so close to my home!

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Located in North St. Louis County at the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers.

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The Conservation Department plants multiple areas with these beauties as a food source for the local birds, in particular mourning doves. However, it is becoming a popular photo op location.

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Bustling with many types of bees.

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The flowers only last about ten days. Therefore they have staggered their seed planting to afford these breathtaking vistas through mid August.

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All photos taken by me with my iPhone.

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