New Orchid

I bought myself a new plant this weekend. It's a dendrobium orchid. Isn't it pretty?

Ranunculus in Cream

I planted some ranunculus bulbs a while ago, not knowing what colours I had. The recent rain has definitely helped them thrive and I have a couple of beautiful cream flowers. I had a little bit of a play and came up with one photo and one photo with the colour boosted. I'm posting the second one because I really like the way the petals change colour to show where the light is hitting the flower.

Pretty Flowers

Some of my ranunculus have finally flowered. They're a lovely cream colour and they've got so many petals. I think they look a little like a crinoline petticoat upside down (or what I imagine an upside down crinoline would look like). So pretty!!

Mt Eden Gardens

My friend took me along to Mt Eden Gardens today. I've never been. It was the tulip festival today. And sunny. So it seemed like a good day to go. I have to admit though, that I didn't actually take any photos of any tulips!

I did however, take some photos of a giant magnolia, a michela bubbles (if that's the name, I remember the bubbles bit, just not sure of the other one) and a pond.

It was lovely to just wander around for a while. it ended up taking longer than we expected and we needed the sustenance of a cuppa and a cake before going on our way. But the sunshine made it worth it.

Auckland Art Gallery

My class went to visit the Auckland Art Gallery towards the end of last term. I was completely blown away by these fabulous floral installations by Choi Jeong Hwa. The colours are so vibrant. They just blew me away.

Day 28: Japan Day Displays

Well, I am really not doing very well this year. And I had so hoped to do better.


Anyway, I went to the Japan Day at the ASB showgrounds today. There was such a lot going on and some great stalls, displays and performances. There was also lots of great smelling food stalls.


These photos are of 2 of the displays that really caught my eye. There was a display of flower arrangements. The arrangements were interesting and very beautiful. As I walked into the hall, this huge and gorgeous arrangement was straight in front of me and I just had to take a photo. Isn't it gorgeous?











This other photo was of a gorgeous kimono from the Edo Period - I think. I was astounded by the detail and the beauty of it.

Day 185: Spring is Here!

One of the fruit trees in my garden has just started blossoming. A true sign that Spring is here. yeah!

Day 181: Pretty Blue Flowers

I was told the name of these pretty blue flowers, but I've forgotten it. But I do know that you can eat them. Apparently they're very good in ice cubes too.

Day 166: Beautiful Begonia

Yesterday I was given this beautiful plant as a thank you for working with the school choir. Isn't it lovely? And aren't I lucky too? It certainly brightens up my lounge.

Day 143: Purple Flower

Day 141: A Flash of Red

I was wandering past the school office this afternoon when my eye was caught by a flash of red. I have never noticed that this plant has red flowers bits hidden away inside the tangle of leaves. It really cheered me up.