Hyacinth Bean(Lablab purpureus) is considered poisonous, yet can be edible, too.
It is used more for ornamental purposes.
Iowa Paulownia Tomentosa
Paulownia Tomentosa is not completely hardy here.
It is the shrubby tree growing on the left side. The leaves can be huge early in life.
Potato Onions
The potato onion is a perennial onion that can multiple underground like a potato.
The onions can grow to a good size, too.
Iowa Tree Frog
Tree frogs are beautiful animals.
Found this one resting on a leaf.
Chicken of the Woods
Chicken of the Woods(Laetiporus sulphureus) has been found growing on and around an old Red Oak.
It is considered edible for some people and not others.
Pinocchio
The Indigo Rose Tomato is a unique tomato.
They suppose to be very nutritious, but sometimes they appear to be telling a lie.
Given Up
Sometimes plants know when to give up and die.
This American Plum, even in the dead form, can provide habitat for small animals.
Japanese Larch Suffering
The Japanese Larch(Larix kaempferi) didn’t like this Summer’s drought and heat.
They look beat up in August.
Iowa Goji Berry
My Goji Berry is fruiting in the pot. These sprawling bushes are also called Wolfberries.
I transplanted it into its permanent spot now. Birds have like this late season berry.
Cattle A Memory
The drought this year made it the right time to get rid of the cattle.
Bye, bye cattle!