Friday, December 7, 2012

A pink crown

Came across this unusual hydrangea recently - one I've not seen before. I believe it is called a Lace-cap and the crown or coronet of pink petals surrounding the "lace" sets it off nicely.
Participating in Nick's http://www.floralfridayfoto.blogspot.com.au/
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9 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 7, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Wow that is pretty unusual my first time to see these beauty.

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  2. ShaunDecember 7, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    I've not seen one like that before. Very pretty flower.

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  3. DianneDecember 7, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    They're the prettiest flower with a lovely name to match. A great macro capture .... Bravo!

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  4. eileeninmdDecember 7, 2012 at 9:01 PM

    Wow, gorgeous flower. Lovely photo, Valerie!

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  5. UnknownDecember 7, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    A beautiful flower Valerie, Isn't it wonderful when you come across one that you have not seen before.

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  6. Luna MirandaDecember 8, 2012 at 12:31 AM

    wow, this is very pretty. the pink petals are gorgeous!

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  7. UnknownDecember 8, 2012 at 2:58 AM

    It's gorgeous! I have seen it in a ceamy white here.

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  8. Sallie (FullTime-Life)December 11, 2012 at 7:09 AM

    Gorgeous! I posted hydrqangeas a couple of times during our summer and I see a lot in Oregon, but never this variety == it's wonderful!! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. Melbourne Australia PhotosDecember 13, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    It is a stunning flower.
    Thanks for participating in Floral Friday Fotos, Valerie.

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