The perennial hibiscus bush we planted last year has begun blooming and is putting on quite a show. When we saw this plant at a local nursery, we had to have it because of the light blush color and the dark pink center. The blooms are 8 to 10 inches in size and only last one day. However, the plant blooms daily during the hot summer months.
Our magnolia tree is blooming also. I am from Mississippi which is known as the Magnolia state. The magnolia is our state flower and state tree. The flowers have a spectacular sweet fragrance that is hard for me to describe. I often use the leaves of the magnolia in arrangements.
Thank you for dropping by today.
Marlee
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4 comments:
I can imagine the scent.
Beautiful pictures.
My daughter has several Magnolia trees on her property, I love them but I don't have luck getting them to grow. Love yours.
We have a saucer Magnolia growing in our front yard. However, I would say the south has us beat. No where on earth does the Magnolia trees grow so tall and have that sweet scent. Love your photos.
JM Illinois
Stunning! I didn't realize the Hibiscus bloom only lasts for a single day; good thing you get a daily show! One of these days, I'm going to buy a magnolia tree.
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