Sunday, June 5, 2011

Zygocactus


My Zygocactus grow in hanging baskets under a persimmon tree. 


When the leaves drop from the tree the zygote come into bloom.



These two are very special to me as they were my father's.  He was very proud of his collection.  He had his courtyard draped with zygotes.  With our extended years of drought since his passing at this time back in 2000, I have only been able to save these two colours from his original collection.

For My Dad.  May he Rest in Peace.

Thank you to all who commented on my flowers last week.  It was a pleasure to be guest presenter. 
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8 comments:

  1. what a beautiful color! and the texture is simply gorgeous. terrific shots.

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  2. They're so beautiful and a loving memory of your father.

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  3. Love the soft, romantic tones of these flowers!

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  4. Wonderful photos. First time I've seen these flowers.

    My entry.

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  5. Those are beautiful flowers, they look so delicate. Your father would be proud that you have saved these plants.

    I love the lighting in your first photo.

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  6. They've got that lovely trimming you seldom find in flowers. Great photos, Margaret.
    Rosie

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  7. A lovely collection honoring your father. It is very touching that, though they've changed a bit, they endure. . .like his memory.
    Have a great week!

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  8. These look like what we call a Christmas cactus flower. I have never seen one in that lovely salmon shade, though!!! I love it, with the light shining through the petals!

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