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#spring
#BougainvilleaGlabra, or #paperflower are STILL flowering away throughout many suburbs here in #melbourne #Australia.
I’ve seen this one blooming for months now. It’s located on a busy road and gets it’s fair share of appreciative observers, I guarantee it!
The flowers on #bougainvillea are about 0.5 cm in diameter (the pink petal-like structures are not petals, but they’re known as ‘bracts’.
See pic 4, which is from another tree, featured previously, for a close up detail of the flower and bracts.
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Honestly, #bougainvillea is the gift that keeps on giving!
It’s still flowering throughout Melbs and it seems it has plenty of bloom-time remaining.
I’ve seen pinks, purples and reds of late.
This one I wanted to show some close ups of, to illustrate the beauty that is… I present the one and only, Bougainvillea….
<standing ovation, please 👏👏>
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📸 - #StKilda #Australia
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#Alstroemerialigtu is a species of flowering plant in the family Alstroemeriaceae, native to Peru, northwest Argentina and central Chile.
It’s either that or a #peruvianlili (which could be the same thing?) - my ID app is conflicted. Therefore… so am I!!
Anyways. Found this a little while ago in #bentleigheast #Australia and it’s absolutely top-notch gorgeous!!
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I just love the name #hibiscus - and I love the flowers too!
Can’t really decide if these are violet or pink. 🤷🏻♂️
What say you?
📸 - clayton #Australia
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#Aeoniumarboreum is gorgeous when looked after in a garden and controlled.
Otherwise, it can become an invasive weed in places outside its natural distribution, for example as a garden escape throughout temperate southern Australia.
Most can look a little unkempt / scraggly but this one in #clayton #australia is superb!
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For such a small tree, this #redflowergum (pictured 5 mins ago) in #oakleighsouth #Australia has some impressive bloom.
It’s endemic to the SW of Western Australia. Though is one of the most commonly planted ornamental eucalypts in warmer regions throughout Oz!
#Bees were having a ball too!
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Is this one called a #Nandina, folks?
It goes by other unofficial names by looks. If so, it’s native to both China and Japan.
These are (turning) deep red in many gardens in these early stages of autumn in Melbs.
These bushes were snapped in #Brighton #Australia. So vibrant.
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#lantana are still flowering so well…
I met Claire, the homeowner of this wonderful garden - she was out watering a couple of weeks ago!
Enjoy!!
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This is a #marigold of some sort… apparently there are around 50 different species in the world and this one is living its best ‘indoor’ life at @Witchy_Minx’s place in Melbs - thanks for the pic M!
This flower is the size of a 10 cent / pence piece and is its only bloom atm.
The other flower died off a week ago. Meagre offerings, but better than nothing!! The orange is striking.
But I’m sure with its owners trusty green thumb, we’ll see a few more flowers in coming weeks!
👍💚👏👏😁
📸 - #Melbourne #Australia
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I just love roses. Who doesn’t?
Little-known #rose facts:
1. There are more than 150 species of #roses.
2. Roses come in the form of shrubs, climbers, and groundcovers.
3. In addition to the number of species, there are tens of thousands of cultivars (cultivated or hybrid) varieties available.
4. A typical rose bush can live for up to 35 years!
📸 - in and around Melbs and Central Victoria.
Info source: figandbloom.com
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#Amaryllisbelladonna is always a mood lifter.
Here for a short time, but they make up for its swift flowering period with a beautiful display of pinks… and a touch of yellow/orange and white.
They’re springing up everywhere around Melbs atm.
Awes 💖
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There’s no doubting this bountiful beauty is a #crapemyrtle.
This one is considerable in size; it’s flowering with plenty of buds in reserve, ready to bloom.
Located on a suburban corner overlooking a busy road, I’d suggest many commuters would steal a glimpse as they pass by.
📸 - #ormond #Australia
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Walking towards this beauty from a distance, I was convinced it was an abundant flowering crepe myrtle or some exotic flower coverage I’ve never seen before. See pic 1.
Sun was low and shining in my eyes on approach. I was intrigued.
It only became clear, crossing the shaded road with a clear view, it was not a flowering tree… there was nothing but two toned leaves!
I know someone will know what this gorgeous leafy-stunner is, because my ID app gave up the ghost after having a conniption!! Just refused to identify it 😂🤷🏻♂️
And Google lens suggested it could be one of a dozen varieties (families) such as #agonis, #willow, #acacia (aka #wattle) and even #eucalyptus!
I’ve marvelled at these modest sized trees in the past, with their unique colours / shaped leaves. But have never gone to the trouble to identify their family name, let alone their genus or species.
Any ideas??
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How delicate, yet paradoxically robust are these #roses, huh?
#Melburnian’s are being treated to a long #rose flowering season this year!
Pics were taken in Brighton earlier in the week in a #Brighton public garden, #Australia.
I love the subtle pinks that feature throughout the petals, on these otherwise predominantly white flowers.
They smelt fresh and aromatic. A typical subtle rose scent that takes me back to my childhood.
Just gorgeous!
🙏🤍💖
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#Euphorbiamilii, the crown of thorns, Christ plant, or Christ thorn, is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family Euphorbiaceae, native to Madagascar.
The oranges here on this one are vibrant and abundant. It is commonly used as an ornamental houseplant that is best grown in warmer climates.
This beauty was snapped at night following a warm day. It held up well despite the sweltering conditions endured throughout this day. Although pic 3 indicates it could do with a drink.
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#Azalea are absolutely gorgeous!
These two coloured ones are no exception, in #surreyhills #Australia.
Theyre flowering shrubs in the genus Rhododendron and #azaleas bloom in the spring (April and May in the temperate Northern Hemisphere, and October and November in the Southern Hemisphere).
Their flowers often last several weeks. In this case, much longer. Shade tolerant, they prefer living near or under trees, as these are. The street-lined tree canopies in this suburb are legendary.
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Pelargonium - aka #geranium, is native to southern Africa in the western regions of the Cape Provinces.
The owners of the property where this one is growing were heading out to walk their puppies. They were telling me they planted these in nothing but scoria (volcanic rock) in the front of their fence adjoining the footpath and they took like nothing else this summer / autumn.
A friend of theirs took cuttings from this lot and the woman said her friend’s geraniums were going gang busters in the back yard not far away, twice the abundance of what we see here!
So hearty and visually appealing, especially in deep red!
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Cute #crepemyrtle to cheer your #Friyay!!
This colour in particular is still blooming in and around Melbs beautifully, so too white ones.
So bright and giving.
📸 - caulfield #Australia
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Now these ARE super intriguing!
Can’t recall coming across this before.
They’re called #Gomphocarpusphysocarpus, commonly known as balloonplant, balloon cotton-bush, bishop's balls, nailhead, or swan plant, yes - and hairy balls!
It is a species of dogbane. The plant is native to southeast Africa, and is often used as an ornamental plant.
The spikes on these balloon type growths are coarse and prickly. A little sharp. And the balloon itself is firm but giving when pressed with a little pressure. But does not rebound back. So I guess the contents is mostly hollow and not greatly ‘inflated’ as such.
This is a perennial herb traditionally used to produce ointments for the treatment of warts and the seeds are used in rituals. The leaves and stems produce milky latex that is toxic.
Gomphocarpus is nutritious food for caterpillars and some species of butterfly. 🐛🦋
Well there you go!
How intriguing.
PS - Wiki does indeed list them as hairy balls… seriously 🤭
📸 - #ormond #Australia
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Not sure if these are the same (ie #Asianfirethorn), a variation of… or indeed #Crataegusazarolus (as my ID App wants me to believe!). Native to the #Mediterranean region.
I came across these smaller tree-like flora last week, containing less fruit and I sensed they were ageing trees… in #Brighton #Australia.
🤔
🙏❤️
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This is an interesting find in #Oakleigh #Australia.
Pyracantha, the #Asianfirethorn as my ID App suggests, is a flowering plant in the family Rosaceae, native to western China.
It grows to 4 metres (13 ft) tall and is broad, an evergreen shrub with glossy, narrow leaves, and masses of white flowers (although this is not flowering, it already has, apparently).
Small berries appear usually in abundance, say 5-8 mm in diameter each following the flowering cycle.
This one was jam packed full of berries and they are red, glossy and firm to the touch. Quite a thick skin.
Reminds me of the mistletoe berry or tomato currents. But I’d suggest these ones aren’t for human consumption.
🙏🍒
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Finally found one! A violet-come-pink variety of #crapemyrtle. Lightly flowered but beautiful and delicate all the same in #melbourne #Australia.
I’ve noticed the deep reds are still flowering well, especially the smaller trees around the traps. I have a couple on my list to revisit and snap on the weekend.
Gorgeous.
🙏💜💖
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Another gorgeous #Amaryllis in and around Melbs.
These should be officially renamed #AmaryllisEverywhere!
They adorn the city atm and they’re cheery and just beautiful.
📸 - surreyhills #Australia
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An #aster or form of #daisy - gorgeously healthy and popular with the #bees!
An eager #bee coming into land on pic 1.
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Gorgeous #Salvia #sage, is a perennial (enduring from season to season) native to Nuevo León, Mexico and parts of the United States including Texas and Oklahoma.
Rich with colour, these are growing happily in #caulfieldsouth #Australia.
Eye-catching and worthy of a share!
🙏💜
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A gorgeous #grevellea adorned with busy #bees in #surreyhills #Australia just now, around 5.30pm…
Attempted to pic one of the dozens of flowers on this bush without a frantic but diligent pollinating bee or three, but could find not a one!
A very popular go to - obviously 🐝🐝🤣🤣
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#autumn has swung around quick in the parts, despite the persistent warmer weather the past few days.
I reckon the flora is somewhat confused as some has been turning for the last couple of weeks thinking if it’s ‘time’. Or not!!
These beauties were spotted in #toorak #Australia and thought it post-worthy given some parts of both of these tree foliage are turning a lush #red - almost mottled in colour at this time.
I’ll revisit in a couple of weeks to see how they’re progressing. I’m thinking they’ll be a brilliant red, then perhaps bare in a month or two. Let’s see.
🙏❤️
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These red #Roses are growing in abundance in #Brighton #Australia.
The sunshine certainly accentuates their deep colour and appeal. What a treat.
Have a love-ly Wednesday!
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An #aster or a species of #daisy - gorgeously healthy and popular with the #bees!
An eager #bee coming into land on pic 1.
The perfect shot!
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