This gorgeous anthurium was a gift from cross-the-street neighbors Brad and Dave. Such a unique color. I love it.
Anthuriums: Flower of the Day, Dec. 26, 2017
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Category Archives: flowers of Mexico
Xmas Hibiscus
A solitary hibiscus popped itself open and presented itself like a Christmas gift when I got back from an afternoon holiday dinner today. Merry Christmas to all!
Scene from a Mexican Garden: Flower of the Day, Dec 24, 2017
Happy Xmas Eve!!!!
Succulents, Wandering Jew and what will grow up to be a Silk Floss Tree.
Okay, I Give Up. Here’s a Poinsettia!
Almost Real: Flower of the Day, Dec 22, 2017
Since these flowers are made out of corn husks, they almost qualify as “real,” right?
A Walk through a Winter Solstice Garden: Flower of the Day, Dec 21, 2017
Went for a short walk through my back yard today. This is what I saw: (On Facebook, click on URL to see all flowers. Click on first photo to enlarge all.)
Does Anyone Know What this Flower Is?
I stopped to photograph this beautiful tree, but I’m unsure what it is. Its blooms look like orchids and so I’ve always called it an orchid tree. A friend thought it was an hibiscus, but I’m sure it isn’t. Anyone know the correct name? Jude at cornwallincolours has solved the mystery. It is, in fact a purple orchid tree. Its scientific name is bauhinia variegata. Thanks, Jude! Go see her beautiful varied Cornwall sky photos. The link is above.
Weird Fruit: Plumeria, Flower of the Day, Dec 18, 2017
My plumeria tree has plenty of buds and a few blossoms but weird fruit! My aim was a bit off while throwing the ball for Morrie from the pool. This time, I fetched.
For Cee’s Gorgeous and unique Amaryllis, go HERE.
Orchid Twins: Flower of the Day, Dec 17, 2017
Copa de Oro: Flower of the Day, Dec 16, 2017
Looks like this copa de oro (cup of gold) couple has abundant progeny to come.
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