Blue-violet is a lovely color for October

Mistflower, of the aster family, can spread quickly and make a large bank or field of pretty violet flowers.  You may see butterflies or bees enjoying it.

 

Leafy Elephant's Foot, sometimes called Carolina Elephant's Foot, is another blue-violet flowe which may be seen on the Creek Road.  It has broad leaves, which may be the origin of its name.  There is an Elephant's Foot plant which is related to the palm tree and not related to this flower.