I was intrigued by my hydrangea in the garden. (not sure how old it is- had been in the garden many years before we moved here 40 years ago). It is a white hydrangea which gets cut right back every year. However this year the some blooms have appeared with a pale tint of blue and tiny blue centers and pale tint of pink with pink centers, and some which appear white. I was examining the blooms when I noticed the ladybird which I presume I must disturbed from her resting place. Quite a nice surprise, for me, (Probably not for her) as she became quite active, took several shots then left her to settle down again.
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The ladybird pattern of spots is interesting but the hydrangea story is really fascinating to me. I wonder if the soil PH has changed in the last little while or if it is something to do with the age of the plant.
A really beautiful (and unique) macro, Jo! I love the contrast of the boldly coloured ladybird and the soft white petals with the blue tints you mentioned. Fav!
