Today I’m sharing just a few random photos of Florida blue skies, white clouds, and flowers taken over a period of time.
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Colorful Crotons in The Fall
Croton is a tropical plant known for its variegated foliage covered in green, scarlet, orange, and yellow splotches. Crotons are native to the tropical forests of southeast Asia and Oceania. In the wild, they grow as large shrubs, reaching up to 10 feet tall. It is not hardy and frost will kill it. It was introduced in Europe and the USA as a colorful houseplant loved for its bright, colorful foliage. It can be grown outside in tropical climates like Florida.
Years ago I moved from Tennessee to greater Miami. It was like a dream with the ocean and warm climate. One of the first things I discovered were neighborhoods filled with crotons. I didn’t know what they were, but I loved them.
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Butterfly and Purple Periwinkle
I don’t share butterfly or bird photos that often as they fly away before I can get a good photo. I can’t tell you how many bad photos I delete in the attempts. Today I’m re-sharing a post from September 30, 2016. I made mosaics that I hope you enjoy it.
I came out my front door and saw a beautiful black swallowtail on my purple vinca or periwinkle. Before I could get closer to get a good shot, he was flitting away as usual. I looked down at the periwinkle and discovered a sweet rusty orange small butterfly, a Gulf fritillary, where the black swallowtail had been.
Butterflies in Vera’s Garden
Two gorgeous butterflies visiting my friend Vera’s garden. First is the tiger swallowtail (I think).
Visitor to a Friend’s Garden
My friend has a lovely garden. For the last week, a beautiful visitor has been there daily. She calls it her little pet. Read More