Aster Family Since there are 11 species of Rosinweeds in Tennessee, it can be difficult to identify the plants. I found this one blooming on the Haw Ridge Greenway Trail in Oak Ridge in mid-July. Note the small black bee getting ready to land on the center of the flower. Perennial Where seen: Haw Ridge Greenway
Aster Family I found these pretty sunflowers blooming in the Jefferson Middle School Cedar Barrens in mid-August 2004. It has spade-shaped lower leaves. Perennial Where seen: Jefferson Middle School Cedar Barrens
Aster Family When trying to identify "DYCs" (D*#$!@d Yellow Composites) check not only the shape and arrangement of the leaves, but also the texture and sometimes even the smell. The more identifying factors, the better! Perennial Where seen: Great Smoky Mountains NP
