This bumblebee was not intimidated by my closeness; he kept right on feeding on this sea holly. If you look at this enlarged, you will see a little friend (some kind of bug or fly) to his left.
Note: This sea holly is in bloom, not budding. Here is another shot of it earlier in the season: http://365project.org/falcon11/365/2012-06-11
I had a blue/purple variety in the garden, which died out, and initially I thought this was it. It was not -- this variety has this light green colored blossom.
Really interesting plant - your garden area is such an amazing source of great photos. Your detail on this one is wonderful. It's so nice to see anything green.
