During our trip through Molesworth Station in the South Island we stopped for lunch and took the 10 minute walk to see the view. We walked through this group of mares and foals all relaxing in the sun. They didn't pay much attention to us so I thought they wouldn't mind being part of my photo shoot.
This little foal really knows how to sunbathe.
Me and mini me.
From the horses viewpoint looking down on the homestead and other buildings.
And in the other direction across to the mountains that will be covered with snow come winter.
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Buddleja Davidii (commonly called Buddleia) grows wild along our river. It is "under surveillance" as a "weed of concern" in this country because of it's ability to grow and dominate in a wide range of areas and soils.
Also known as butterfly bush, summer lilac or orange eye it has a beautiful scent and long cone shaped clusters of flowers
It is native to China and Japan and I can see why it was bought here to grow and perfume our gardens. Unfortunately it has escaped the confines of the garden and is taking over areas previously left to the native plants.
