When I was in elementary school in Minnesota, many, many years ago, we used to paint cattails. They grew wild just about everywhere. Now you’re not allowed to cut them, but I still appreciate them.
Now that I’m living in Oregon, seeing all of these cattails bring back a little bit of that childhood.
Maralee
Through My Lens 
Interesting.. Did not know that you are not allowed to cut them. Whenever o take a nature walk and come across them I always tahe a few snaps. Its hard to say they are pretty but I find them interesting. Beautiful captures.
It may be just in Minnesota that you’re not allowed to cut them. I just know the last time I went back to visit and was taking photos, someone told me we couldn’t cut them anymore.
They look like our bullrush reed… an indigenous plant here.. well I think it’s indigenous… lovely captures…
I looked it up and it appears they are the same plant. Here’s some information:
Here is the info that I have on it… seems to be the same plant…
http://www.plantzafrica.com/planttuv/typhacapen.htm
I thoroughly enjoyed your post! Over the years, I have developed a much greater appreciation for the more “humble” plants and animals. Cattails may not be brightly colored, but they are an important source of food for many animals and insects. Several species of birds use the “fuzz” from cattails to line their nests, especially hummingbirds.
Thanks so much for all your information on cattails. There is a field of them by the river and I always see birds hanging out among the reeds. Now I have a better understanding. Thanks.
Soft and pretty … today I have a problem to pick one … even if I like them fluffy – my pick is #2 form the top. Wonderful shots .. with the steel blue background. Stunning and very close up.
Thanks, Vivkea. We have had such beautiful weather the last couple of weeks. It’s nice to get out and take a walk along the river and see all the activity on the water. I know winter is coming back, but I’m enjoying the nice weather for now.
so pretty!
Thank you, Carissa.
these are gorgeous – lovely light throughout
Thank you, Scott.