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Sometimes the simplest of things are the most beautiful.... |
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I love 'carpets' of flowers! |
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This flower reminds me of a propeller; but truth be told, it's gentle beauty is way beyond anything man can make. |
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Aaah, Orchids - this is the Royalty of all flowers... |
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These bright red, succulent fingers sure stand out in the garden... |
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These orchids look like they have little lights in them... |
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What can I say - there is such a variety of orchids one can never photograph enough of them... |
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This little orange blossem looks like a miniature tree ... can you see it? |
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I told you... orchids come in great variety... |
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What is it about a tree in winter mourning that is so appealing? |
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This is here simply because I was intrigued by the shot when I saw the result... |
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Even trees form 'scar tissue'. So ... don't hurt our trees! |
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Ok, you've got to admit - this is one lovely lady! Come on, you must be able to see this tree is a 'she'!?! |
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This is called a Canon tree. Apparently this fruit, though not edible, is used in some cultures to make alcohol. Man! |
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This is the flower of the Canon tree. It is magnificent, but only lasts a few days. |
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Isn't is glorious to look up into a tree and see a mass of blossoms above your head?!? |
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There is something so beautiful, so dangerous ... about cacti. And of course, if you're like me and forget to water plants, these are ideal for your home and garden. |
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I leaned over a cliff edge to get this shot. I have a thing about trees in their winter coats ... there is something so majestic about them. Perhaps it's the promise of life ... who knows... |
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No, not a cabbage - though it sure looks like one. This was shot in our local Botanic Gardens. I just like the 'frillyness' of the plant. It's so ... girly. |
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Just look at those gnarls and twists! I know beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but how can anyone not see the beauty in this!?! |
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