Sunday, August 16, 2009

TODAY'S FLOWERS ~ 27 A Spring Serenade

"Flowers bloom in the Spring of the year......."

Shedding the last drought stricken leaves, what was
left of the bush is bursting into glorious bloom.



This self -seeded Primula in a hanging basket has
been giving me hope throughout the winter and now,
having burst into full bloom with the warmer weather,
greets me with its gentle scent and vibrant beauty.




The bloom on the Almond trees is fading as the
gentle green leaves come forth.



A little icing on the cake from last year, just because
I'm rather fond of this Poppy, Papaver somnifera.



Forget about the calender, Spring is here and nectar
is on the menu, just a quick flying visit to this
ornamental Prunus which was thick with buzzing bees.



For this or any other season's floral click on the Logo and enjoy!

To Luiz Santilli Jr. and his trusty helpers, a big thank you!
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44 comments:

  1. BimAugust 16, 2009 at 4:57 AM

    A total feast here, as opposed to the ones below which still look so wintery (if gorgeous). Happy spring!

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  2. ValerieAugust 16, 2009 at 5:21 AM

    what beautiful photographs you have posted on your site. Its wonderful to see such beauty from all over the world!

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  3. GeorgeAugust 16, 2009 at 6:47 AM

    It's a pleasure to be able to view beautiful Spring flowers in the midst of a very hot summer here. The pictures are wonderful.

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  4. SunnyAugust 16, 2009 at 7:07 AM

    How lovely and what a great bee photo!
    Sunny :)

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  5. MarjuAugust 16, 2009 at 7:09 AM

    Lovely flowers, I find another. Is it Verbena!

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  6. Ruth's Photo BlogAugust 16, 2009 at 7:11 AM

    Spring and beauty everywhere.Thanks for sharing your springtime.
    Blessings,Ruth

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  7. mimiAugust 16, 2009 at 7:13 AM

    wow what a gorgeous purple flowers, love it so much. my ever favorite color.

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  8. CarverAugust 16, 2009 at 7:30 AM

    Those are gorgeous flowers and wonderfu signs of spring.

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  9. TulipAugust 16, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    wow beautiful flowers indeed.

    my entry http://southbrowneyes.blogspot.com/

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  10. GaelynAugust 16, 2009 at 7:50 AM

    More beatuful blooms. It must be spring.

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  11. JaneAugust 16, 2009 at 8:01 AM

    Lovely colours and I like the one with the bee too:)

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  12. MinieAugust 16, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    fantastic shot of a colorful garden of flowers.

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  13. The Weaver of GrassAugust 16, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    I love that poppy seedhead Arija - all your photos remind me that it was spring here once - now we are going into autumn colours, but as the poet said - if winter comes can spring be far behind.

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  14. Digital Flower PicturesAugust 16, 2009 at 8:20 AM

    Nice collection of early spring flowers.

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  15. Silke PowersAugust 16, 2009 at 8:30 AM

    Such incredible photos - gorgeous flowers. Thanks for sending me signs of spring as I am waiting for cooler temps over here! Happy spring! :) Silke

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  16. LeoraAugust 16, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    All are so lovely, but a bee on a bloom in a blue sky is beautiful.

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  17. JanieAugust 16, 2009 at 8:43 AM

    Your flowers are all beautiful. I was interested to see an almond tree in bloom because I've never seen one in person.
    Spring is such a hopeful time of year.

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  18. Martha ZAugust 16, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    Here our gardens are crisp from the summer heat as we await fall. Thanks for reminding me, spring will come.

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  19. DeniseinVAAugust 16, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    Hi Arija, a wonderful series of beautiful blooms. I have never seen the inside of a poppy as closely as this - exquisitely captured. Thanks for sharing and have a great week.

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  20. Sandy KesslerAugust 16, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    I'm heartily convinced !1sandy

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  21. Sylvia KAugust 16, 2009 at 11:50 AM

    Those would brighten any winter! Exquisite flowers and shots, Arija, as always!

    Enjoy the day!

    Sylvia

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  22. Lavender and Vanilla Friends of the GardensAugust 16, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    A beautiful photgraphic ode to the beginning of spring. I love the Papaver as well. The colour is unique.

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  23. MirageAugust 16, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    SAving the best for last...that's how i see the last photo here! Beautiful and it means we are entering autumn as you are in spring! Enjoy!

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  24. MariaAugust 16, 2009 at 4:05 PM

    HI!
    You are entering your springtime! Summer here in NY state is waning...although it is summer-hot for the first time!
    My daughter saw almond orchards in her travels through California... she said you can smell the almonds! How delicious... and how beautiful are the blossoms you photographed...
    Thank you for sharing them today ~ Maria

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  25. Pat - ArkansasAugust 16, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    Lovely, lovely photos! Thanks for sharing.

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  26. AnonymousAugust 16, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    Wonderful flowers and great pictures..
    Has spring arrived or is it still winter.
    I am getting confused;)
    Liebe Grüsse Gisela.

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  27. Strawberry Jam AnneAugust 16, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    All beautiful - I love the blossom with the hovering bee. A

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  28. BeckyAugust 16, 2009 at 7:19 PM

    Gorgeous flowers Arija. Springtime is my favorite!
    B.

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  29. ♥aurinkoinen♥August 17, 2009 at 12:20 AM

    SO BEAUTIFUL FLOWER!
    AND GREAT WEEK!

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  30. IndayAugust 17, 2009 at 3:52 AM

    I love everything on your menu Arija. They sound delicious and the blooms of spring delightful. Yes, it is already spring here too! Lots of sunshine and beautiful days!

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  31. Regina August 17, 2009 at 4:49 AM

    Wow. Another awesome ones!

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  32. MedaMAugust 17, 2009 at 5:28 AM

    Oh I so much love all those lovely pink blossoms and that little bee that you managed to catch in the air. Your photos are always stunning!

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  33. totomaiAugust 17, 2009 at 6:34 AM

    i really like photographing poppies :-) there very attractive

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  34. This Is My Blog - fishing guyAugust 17, 2009 at 7:13 AM

    Arija: Your blooms are looking lovely as you move into spring.

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  35. AprilAugust 17, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    Beautiful springtime scenes! Wonderful capture of the bee!

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  36. Luiz Santilli JrAugust 17, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    Arija

    Wonderful post for TODAY'S FLOWERS!
    Thanks for posting!

    Luiz

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  37. AnonymousAugust 17, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    Poppies and Buzzing bees...mmm...I wish they made a Spring ice cream with that name ;)

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  38. MerisiAugust 17, 2009 at 9:40 AM

    Such beautiful colours, those hibiscus flowers! I buy every spring several of the primulas you are showing here, with white flowers, and put them on my window sill, between the inner and the outer sash. They bloom for weeks.

    I love the image of the bird taking off, a wonderful capture!

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  39. RosamariaAugust 17, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    Hi, Arija!
    I wish I could have a spectacular garden. The photos I posted yesterdey, are from flowers that survived after a cold weather and my trips. I can't take care of my flowers anymore, at list for a while.

    Your photos are beautiful! I didn't know the one that looks like a cake. Gorgeous!

    Great week for you!

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  40. IreneAugust 17, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    Such gorgeous blooms Arja. Your captures are great.

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  41. JamaAugust 17, 2009 at 8:39 PM

    These are gorgeous flowers! I think I've never seen them before in this side of the world.

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  42. EbieAugust 17, 2009 at 9:53 PM

    I really enjoyed your garden blooms, so rich in color. While you look forward to Spring, I look forward to Fall here! A few posts up, I love your farm animals. And talking about your grand daughter, I was just wondering if you had finished the afghan for her.

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  43. Mia NAugust 18, 2009 at 6:13 AM

    We are thinking to the autum, lucy you to live in Australia and have the spingtime.
    Your Lovely flowers we have to wait several mons.....ooooooh

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  44. storytellerAugust 18, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    Your colorful blossoms are an absolute delight! I'll return to comment on your other posts when I get around to posting for Tuesday and Wednesday and catch up on Monday comments. Thanks for your visit to Small Reflections yesterday. After being away from the computer all day, I'm doing what I can to catch up today. Hope you have a wonderful week ;--)
    Hugs and blessings,

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