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The photogenic dogwood
One of the prettiest flowering trees has to be the dogwood. One of the most famous photographs of flowers has to be Ansel Adams' dogwood flowers in black and white. The picture is probably more admired now than when it...
April 30, 2009 2:17 pm
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Quince, 'An ideal backyard fruit tree'?
For years, I have watched a small tree growing in my backyard. Each spring, it produced a few red flowers. I inherited the tree when I purchased the house in 1987. Years later I found one single fruit that...
April 28, 2009 2:09 pm
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The parrot tulips
Flamboyant is an adjective used in describing the parrot tulips, which are usually larger than regular tulips. Their petals are unique, with unusual texture and a feather-like appearance, twisted and curled up. They are so fascinating to watch from the...
April 27, 2009 3:35 pm
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Magnolia and cherry blossoms
This is a perfect weekend to be walking outside and appreciating all the flowering trees. You could not miss all the beautiful blossoms, and especially saucer magnolia (Magnolia soulangiana ) in both pink and purple. The latter can be seen...
April 26, 2009 6:28 pm
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