
The Buzz in the Magnolia
Nature doesn’t need a frantic schedule to be productive—it just needs a sunny afternoon and a fresh bloom.
I caught these two local “employees” clocking in some serious overtime inside a Sweetbay Magnolia. There’s something deeply satisfying about the contrast between the pristine, creamy white petals and the fuzzy, pollen-dusted hustle of the bees. It’s a gentle reminder that while we’re busy staring at screens, there’s an entire workforce out there keeping the world turning (and blooming).
A Few Quick Observations:
The Flower: Magnolias are actually some of the most ancient flowering plants. They were around before bees even existed, originally designed to be pollinated by beetles!