by Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F.
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September 9, 2006

What's Bloomin' Today? (photo-essay)

April 25, 2008 08:33 PM EDT
views: 69 | rating: 10/10 (18 votes) | comments: 28

Well, today was the first day in three days that it wasn't cloudy or raining and I went outside to look at my plants to see what was blooming. Why don't you come along? :o)

First, I found my hanging fuschia in bloom:

Next, I noticed that my "Blackjack" miniature "black" rose was budded:

As the "Blackjack" blooms out, the outer edges of the petals turn black. It almost looks as if someone has "burned" them. It's actually prettier in bud stage...

Of course I couldn't overlook my bird of paradise:

My "49er" hybid tea rose was also budded:

 

Or my little miniature yellow rose:

And my miniature "Abraham Lincoln" rose was just FULL of buds!

I just LOVE this time of year, don't YOU? :o)
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Comments: 28

JoAnne D. Apr 25, 2008, 8:37pm EDT
Beautiful, you have a very pretty garden.
Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F. Apr 25, 2008, 8:40pm EDT
Thanks so MUCH, JoAnne! :o)
Tanya P. Apr 25, 2008, 8:51pm EDT
Nice choices for your essay, Jean. Yep, I enjoy this time of year very much.
Alison H. Apr 25, 2008, 9:10pm EDT
Beautiful, Jean! Love those roses.

Today was truly our FIRST spring day here in Washington........YAY!
Bonnie S. Apr 25, 2008, 9:11pm EDT
They are pretty, you have a nice garden.
Barbara N. Apr 25, 2008, 9:24pm EDT
beautiful shots, my flowers are also blooming
Lisa J Apr 25, 2008, 9:40pm EDT
Yes! I love this time of year!

I don't think I could grow bird of paradise here, and it is such a neat flower!
Jennifer Kirkpatrick Apr 25, 2008, 9:45pm EDT
Very nice!
Rose H. Apr 25, 2008, 9:50pm EDT
I think I may break down and buy a bird of paradise plant tomorrow when we go to the Green Thumb Festival.
Your roses look lovely Jean. I have a hell of a time with my roses in Florida - gave up except for an occasional try.

I love all the rose colors - but where's the pink and the white?

Your fuchsia looks great too. I had one a friend gave me and I killed it. Neglect in the summer will do that.
Victoria H. Apr 25, 2008, 10:05pm EDT
I love this time of year too! And I've got to get me one of those Bird of Paradises! Every time I see yours I am utterly amazed at it. It's so unique and neat! Great photos.

Thanks for posting to All Photo Essays Here @ allphotoessays.gather.com!
Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F. Apr 25, 2008, 10:47pm EDT
Me and you both, Tanya! **jean waves**

Good for YOU, Alison! Yaaaaaaayyyy!!!

Thanks so much, Bonnie & Barbara!

Well, Lisa... I dunno 'bout that... You might be able to get away with keeping it in a container and bringing it in in the worst part of winter... OR you could "mulch" or cover it in some way... maybe... :o)

Thanks, Jennifer!

Rose... I already published an article a few days ago with some of the pink ones in it:
Spring in Sonoma County
Fuschias are rather difficult in hot areas... I've lost 2 since I moved here... :^(

Thanks so much, Victoria! Glad you enjoy looking at the "bird's" pix! ;o)
Susan Roberts Apr 25, 2008, 11:06pm EDT
You have such beautiful flowers. Thanks for sharing. GOD BLESS
Monica H. Apr 25, 2008, 11:32pm EDT
Thank you for taking me along. You've got some beautiful plants!
Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F. Apr 25, 2008, 11:50pm EDT
Thanks so much, Susan & Monica!

Yep, Tinch... It was pretty warm here, too... not THAT hot, of course... But it made up for the last 3 days of rain and clouds -- well... SORT of... ;o)
Lisa J Apr 25, 2008, 11:54pm EDT
Did you get my link about dwarf lime trees? :-D

HA HA HA HA!

I bet you could try it. You're obviously better with plants than I am.

Oh - did I tell you I've planted a wisteria?
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Apr 26, 2008, 9:58am EDT
Oh, this is just lovely. Those roses are beautiful and that bird of paradise is gorgeous. I love your garden and I'm sure it makes you smile a lot.

I'd love it if you would post this to my group for all things to do with nature, animals, and pets!.
Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F. Apr 26, 2008, 11:45am EDT
Thanks, Lisa! I actually HAD a dwarf lime tree one time but was still working full time at the time and really didn't have time to care for it properly... :^( Ah, yes! I should send you some seeds from the wisteria at Burbank's Farm!

I will endeavor to do that, Nana, thanks for the invite!
Jo C. Apr 26, 2008, 12:07pm EDT
Fuchsias are among my favorite flowers, so exciting to see what is popping up in Gather gardens all over the country - and world.
elizabeth e. Apr 26, 2008, 12:15pm EDT
Exquisite pictures, jean, just exquisite.
elizabeth e. Apr 26, 2008, 12:15pm EDT
Love your new icon.
Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F. Apr 26, 2008, 1:17pm EDT
Thanks, JC! I lost so many of my fuschias moving 3 times in 2 years... :o(

Thank you as always for your kind words of encouragement, ee... :o)
Tiffany J. Apr 27, 2008, 9:00am EDT
Those are very beautiful plants. Thank you for sharing.
What a wonderful trip you took us on. The pictures were great and the flowers were wonderful.
Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F. Apr 28, 2008, 7:03pm EDT
Thanks so much for taking a peek, Tiffany and Trista!
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Apr 28, 2008, 8:30pm EDT
Your blooms are lovely - roses are favorites of mine.

I love the ones with the black.

Thanks Jean.
Jodie P. Apr 29, 2008, 2:23pm EDT
Oh a very pretty close-up photo essay.
Jean, just the teensiest bit odd, F. Apr 29, 2008, 2:58pm EDT
Thank YOU, Sharon! :o)

And, you, too, Jodie! :o)

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