In the heat of late summer, Cosmos flowers appear to thrive. With their daisy-like blooms and bright yellow centers, they are such happy looking flowers. By my wandering observations, they thrive in the community gardens I like to frequent and keep company with California Poppies and Bachelor’s Buttons. They are also commonly found growing among […]
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Echinacea is my go to when I feel a cold coming on. Admittedly I swear by it! But it was a long time before I knew Echinacea and Coneflowers were essentially one and the same. So I have a tremendous amount of admiration for these flowering plants. Not to mention a deep appreciation for their
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Showy milkweed plants are a bit of an unlikely subject one would seek out to photograph. The plant itself with its broad, velvety, green leaves is not necessarily a standout. However, as I learned, Milkweeds are considered classic American wildflowers. Before they undergo their unique transformation to alien looking pods, their nubby pink buds given
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While photographing and writing about cholla cactus, I’ve primarily focused on the plants with their vibrant magenta flowers. These were the first variety of cholla I ever encountered while living in New Mexico. At that time, I was not aware there were other varieties. With their cup shaped flowers, cholla can vary in color depending
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The Claret Cups have now completed their stunning bloom cycle. The prickly pear cactus flowers are winding down. So next on deck are the flowering Cholla cactus plants. With their magenta pink, waxy flowers, they are enjoyed by viewers, photographers and bees alike. Having initially been introduced to Cholla cactus while living in New Mexico,
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While the bright, red Claret Cup barrel cactus flowers may be taking center stage, prickly pear cactus flowers are awaiting their turn at bat. Between the different gardens I frequent there are different varieties of these blooming wonders. I don’t know all their names – but definitely appreciate their beauty! They’re definitely sun worshippers and
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