Tag: iris

Spring at Bok Tower Gardens, An Island of Tranquility

Carol 58 Comments

In June 2015, one of my earliest posts as a blogger was a visit to Bok Gardens.  In 2018 I updated that post with new photos and information. Today I am re-sharing the beautiful spring flowers at Bok Tower Gardens. If you love gardens and nature, be sure to visit Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida when you visit central Florida. To continue the tours see  Pinewood Estates Mansion and Gardens.

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Watercolor Iris Printable

Carol 13 Comments

From childhood I have loved iris flowers.  Purple bearded iris is the state flower of Tennessee where I grew up, and many people had them planted in their yards. In 4th grade, my father took me for a drive and I was so happy with all the irises in bloom.  Bearded iris do not grow here in central Florida, but I still love them in art.  Today’s printable is a watercolor iris print sized 10″ x 8″.  There are also 2 butterflies hovering over the blooms. Read More