SPRING BLOSSOMS IN MISSOURI | LAVEDA D. ROCKFORD

 

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SPRING BLOSSOMS IN MISSOURI | LAVEDA D. ROCKFORD

Spring is one of my favorite times of the year. Watching the landscape turn from winter drab to a light green that then refines into a darker green on forest trees and flower bed foliage is a delight. Then flower buds spring up and the anticipation waiting to see them bloom is always there for lovers of the blooming season. It makes a person realize that every winter finally blossoms into spring, bringing with it such happiness even if it is only to look at a favorite tulip. Look at this beautiful tulip that I planted around my Grandmothers iron swing.

 

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There is such a thing as a Flowering Almond. It reaches up from the ground with fluffy little soft, pink flowers surrounding the branches. It is an old-fashioned type that is so special to many around here. It looks especially beautiful with the Redbud blooming in the background.

 

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Here is a photo of the Bugleweed that is showing promise of a beautiful blooming season. The gentian blue flower spikes peaking up from green foliage will be more profuse as the season progresses. I will be sure to share a better photo of this Bugleweed later. It is a large plant and I decided to use the landscape option on my camera for you to see the flower spikes in the distance. 

 

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Watching spring blossom and come to life brings comfort to me. The seasons change and time moves on. I hope this can give you a little sunshine even if it is on an overcast late afternoon in southern Missouri. God bless and have a blessed weekend!

 

Love ya,

Laveda D. Rockford

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