Mum's the Word

My perennials have really been going to town lately, and the bees are pretty darn satisfied with the buffet options!  I love mums, and right now, they are quite happy.  I took a photo of my really HUGE mum!  I transplanted this from my in town residence, before I sold it.  Let's just say, this yellow sunshine has made itself at home in its new soil.

I planted the mum last fall -- when I knew that I would be moving.  It grew, and grew, and grew all summer long!  Then, finally, it started setting on buds.  I was a little concerned that it would not bloom at first, but bloom it did!  Take a look at all the flowers!  The entire plant is covered in a crown of yellow.  It smells rather heavenly too.  Hope you are enjoying your own fall flowers!