Climber Mina lobata (Spanish Flag or Fire Vine) makes a glorious, burning display on a fence, frame or wall. It is an easy to grow annual (in the UK). Sadly, all this rain and coming cold will be putting its flames out very shortly.
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Quote of the day:
“Visit the garden where the scarlet trumpets
are opening their bodies for the hummingbirds
who are drinking the sweetness, who are
thrillingly gluttonous.”
~ Mary Oliver
Forage in July for:
Mallow, Yarrow, Fat Hen, Dog Rose, Honeysuckle, Chickweed, Wild Strawberries
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Wow, it’s gorgeous, esp. against the contrasting blue sky.
Exactly and as it is a climber, the best thing is how often you get to see this view of the flowers without having to crawl on your knees!
After seeing your Chihuly post, these looked liked nature’s response to his challenge.
Hah, I can see that. Nature make’s it look so effortless!