Not to be left out of the early spring bloom cycle are the dainty Grape Hyacinths. With their upright little spires, they dot the xeric gardens in shades of pale blueish-lavender to darker purples. Like the Dwarf Iris, they may be small – but are fearless to the unpredictable spring elements! While the xeric gardens […]
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The little Crocus flowers I also enjoy photographing come early spring were elusive this year. Checking the usual spots that I’ve found them blooming previously was for naught. Perhaps the spring snow storms got to them before I could? One spot I’ve photographed them before showed remnants of blooms that had fallen prey to the
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Early spring in Colorado is often a contrast of seasons. Blooming is reserved for those that can brave the unpredictable elements. And it’s a favorite time of year to be there when the vibrant Dwarf Iris first emerge. I’ve written about them in previous posts – calling them “Spring’s Little Soldiers” and “Springs Endurance Athletes”.
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Normally by this time of year the gardens I tend to frequent are bursting with multiple varieties of sunflowers. In various sizes, these towering plants attract bees and birds alike. However, these season, the normal suspects were no where to be found – much to my dismay. The Cosmos seemed to be holding their own
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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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