Category Archives: images of flowers

White Butterfly on Sky Flower

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The flower is a durante erecta or sky flower, and I want to thank this lovely white butterfly for making this photo! I am trying to crop according to Nancy’s rule of thirds, but there is a problem. What should be the focus of interest—the butterfly or the flower? Which photo do you like best, top or bottom?

For Nancy Merrill’s Rule of Thirds prompt.

And for Cee’s FOTD.

Hibiscus: Flower of the Day, Apr 24, 2019

IMG_1559This little hibiscus bush right next to my kitchen door is very faithful in providing a bloom at a time. Nice to be greeted to this surprise most days when I go out to feed the cats. It is a Spanish Dancer. Love the bloom and love the name.

For Cee’s FOTD

Blue Dahlias: FOTD Apr 23, 2019

 

These gorgeous blue dahlias were just part of the centerpiece at neighbors Sergio and David’s sumptuous Easter brunch.

For Cee’s Flower of the Day

Aloe Blooms with Bees: FOTD Apr 21, 2019

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The aloe are in full bloom now, and the bees are taking full advantage. They tunnel down into the blooms until their entire bodies are obscured, then back out covered in pollen. They are absolutely drunk on nectar, or so it seems, and as determined as Morrie when he in in ball-fetching mode.

For Cee’s FOTD

Plumeria and Succulents.

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For Cee’s FOTD ( Hit this link to see her gorgeous lily.)

Plumeria: Flower of the Day, Apr 19, 2019

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Cee’s FOTD

Moss Rose: FOTD Apr 15, 2019

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For Cee’s Flower of the Day.

Hibiscus: Flower of the Day, Apr 14, 2019

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For Cee’s FOTD

Crown of Thorns, FOTD Apr 10, 2019

 

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For Cee’s FOTD.

Durante Erecta (Sky Flower): FOTD Apr 9, 2019

 

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Thanks to “someone” (no name given) I know the name of this lanky little flowering bush that was hidden among the denser branches and leaves of my royal poinciana. It is a druante erecta or sky flower!

For Cee’s FOTD