Monday, May 25, 2009

Yellow Bell (Allamanda)

It's not a butterfly bush, its' Allamanda angustifolia, or perhaps Allamanda cathartica, a native of Brazil. Also known as golden trumpet.

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Hibiscus



Hibiscus of every color are all over the neighborhood. Unfortunately, I've seen no doubles
. I may have to buy some.



Staghorn Ferns

One of our neighbors near the entrance to the subdivision has some beautiful staghorn ferns growing on their trees. They fertilize them with slow-release pellets and keep them well watered. In the winter, they bring them into their garage.

It's a lot of work, but seems well worth it in this case.

Oleanders

Oleanders are in full bloom throughout the neighborhood. The pink one gets my vote for first prize.



Neighborhood Daylilly

One lonely Daylilly still hanging in there. Beautiful colors.

Magnolia Trees

Magnolias are always impressive. And they photograph so well!

Found this one about ten blocks from my home.

Angel Trumpet

We went out with a camera this afternoon to admire plants in the neighborhood. The most striking flower is a pink Angel Trumpet a few blocks away. Absolutely beautiful!