Pamela Breitberg

Call it whatever you like…

This Saltbush (Baccharis halmifolia) was at the end of its bloom cycle. The small shrub aka Cotton Seed Tree, was producing its fuzzy seedheads. It is an East Coast native and thrives near salt water and brackish waters. Copyright 2026 Pamela Breitberg
Mostly fuzzy, small seedheads were visible this autumn. Read more here about Baccaris.
The shrub is prolific with its flowerheads. Copyright 2026 Pamela Breitberg

Call it any name.

Same bush, same flower, same fuzz.

Does nature laugh at the names

We think they aught to be called?

Quiet and patient of us,

Who think we’re experts.

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