Every time I volunteer for the Fauna Project at the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, I am often distracted by the beautiful flora that surrounds me. So, it’s no wonder I end up with many flower photos from each visit. … Read More

With summer-like temperatures still present in the middle of October, there is not much one would think could be in bloom right now. I do recall, though, that in our old home’s front garden, Blue Plumbago (Plumbago auriculata) always beat … Read More

A simple stop at an ice cream shop in Port Aransas, Texas, led me to discover this beautiful flowering shrub. The shop owners had no idea what this shrub was called, but a quick online search provided me with the … Read More