Mad Weeds?

This plant looks like it may be 'foaming at the mouth', or perhaps there was a team fut-ball, rugby, soccer, or baseball spitting contest?

Nope! This is the work of a spittlebug.  It seems a little early for these.  They are not usually active until June.

I first noticed one a couple days ago.  (this picture taken May 23, 2011).  The yellow under the foam is likely nymphs.

Today I found several of these frothy nymph hiding places.

Hope you enjoyed!

~ Robin