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For Cee’s Flower Prompt. Her amazing tulips are HERE.
Hibiscus: Flower of the Day, Dec 29, 2017
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Shaving Brush Tree: December 28, 2017 Flower of the Day
The scientific name of this tree, native to southern Mexico, is as surreal as the bloom. it is pseudobombax ellipticium! More commonly known as the shaving brush tree.
See Cee’s luscious bearded iris HERE.
Anthurium: Flower of the Day, Dec. 27, 2017
Anthuriums: Flower of the Day, Dec. 26, 2017
This gorgeous anthurium was a gift from cross-the-street neighbors Brad and Dave. Such a unique color. I love it.
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.
