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The almond tree in blossom anticipates that spring is coming.
The almond tree adapts well to light, dry and stony lands, although it prefers calcareous soil.
This nice tree lives in warm weather zones, with warm, dry summers and mild winters with little frost.
On the contrary, it is difficult for almond trees surviving in humid and waterproof terraces and in cold environments.
The frosts, gummy and rotting in wet areas make it difficult to grow and can cause death.
The almond is highly revered in some cultures.
This was taken last year at the UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden which is a wonderful large garden space (135 acres) containing rare and unique plant species from several places around the world that have a Mediterranean climate, including Australia, California, New Zealand, and South Africa. It is definitely worth a visit if you are ever in this part of the world, and you enjoy gardens.
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South Africa
Cape of Good Hope
Southern Africa
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Agapanthus praecox (common agapanthus, blue lily, African lily, or lily of the Nile) is a popular garden plant around the world, especially in Mediterranean climates. It is native of Natal and Cape of Good Hope in South Africa, local names include agapant, bloulelie, isicakathi and ubani. Most of the cultivated plants of the genus Agapanthus are hybrids or cultivars of this species. It is divided into three subspecies: subsp.praecox, subsp. orientalis and subsp. minimus.
Agapanthus praecox is a variable species with open-faced flowers. It is a perennial plant that can survive up to 75 years. Its evergreen leaves are 2 cm wide and 50 cm long. Its inflorescence is in umbel. The flowers of the agapanthus are blue, purple or white and bloom in the summer. They give capsules filled with fine black seeds (to be kept cool in sand until sowing). Its stem reaches one meter high. Its roots are very powerful and can break concrete.
The plant prefers a well-drained soil, but supports a poor soil. Exposure to full sun is preferable, but it supports partial shade. It does not like to be moved. It can be multiplied by sowing (flowering under 3 to 4 years) or division of tufts. It tolerates drought once well installed, but watering is preferable in case of long dry periods. It overwinters as a stump and therefore completely disappears during the cold months. Contrary to popular belief, this species can withstand wind, frost and cold up to −15 °C provided that the strains are protected for the first two years with mulching. - Wikipedia
The coastal fog -- also known as the marine layer -- was so thick one couldn't see the ocean that is just beyond the end of this hillside road. The fog hovers along the Western coast of the U.S. in summer and protects this special ecological niche from the scorching heat that exists inland. All the plants and trees depend on it for moisture during the long rainless summers. Even the mighty redwoods were able to thrive here for millenia along the continent's west coast as a result of the fog that would condense on their branches and drip down to the forest floor below, saturating the earth.
The thick fog develops as the hot summer sun creates condensation over the ocean, then this 'marine layer' rolls in and blankets the coast with its protective, nourishing shield of life-sustaining moisture. I am grateful for this cooling effect, and given climate change, am now calling it "angel mist". I hope indeed that it will protect this beautiful region of California from desertification in the decades ahead.
I also appreciate the marine layer for the wondrous mood it creates: it calms the soul during these difficult times on the planet, and is so visually mysterious and magical.
In the spring and especially in the summer, it's a pleasure to walk around the countryside because you can enjoy the variety of smells in our climate: thyme (in the photograph), oregano, rosemary, lavender, fennel and my favorite, the soft, subtle smell of broom. I'm sure I'm forgetting others, but these are sufficient as a sample..
This shot was taken in a nature park near where I live, and close to the mountain of Montserrat, which it shares the formation and characteristics with.
In this photo, a typical street in Portugal is captured with colorful clothes hanging out to dry. The narrow street is lined with traditional Portuguese buildings with red-tiled roofs, white walls, and blue accents. The clotheslines are strung between the buildings, and the vibrant clothes create a beautiful contrast against the neutral-colored buildings. The photo captures a slice of everyday life in Portugal, where hanging clothes out to dry is still a common practice.
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In the embrace of a coastal bay, a young tree flourishes, its leaves catching the last rays of the sun. It stands alone, yet unyielding, a symbol of new beginnings and the boundless potential that each day holds. Mission Bay, San Diego, California, USA
The fog -- also known as the marine layer -- hovers along the Western coast of the U.S. in summer and protects this special ecological niche from the scorching heat that exists inland. All the plants and trees depend on it including the mighty redwoods that thrived for millenia along the Pacific Northwest despite the Mediterranean climate where rainless summers are the norm.
The thick fog develops as the hot summer sun creates condensation over the ocean, then this 'marine layer' rolls in and blankets the coast with its protective, nourishing shield of life-sustaining moisture. I am grateful for this cooling effect, and given climate change, am now calling it "angel mist". I hope indeed that it will protect this beautiful region of California from desertification in the decades ahead.
I'm also grateful to the marine layer for the wondrous mood it creates: it calms the soul during these difficult times on the planet, and is so visually mysterious and magical.
Notice too, the legendary "golden grasses of California". The green turns to gold shortly after the last winter rains.
A classic slice of Tuscany, this is the Val d’Orcia countryside with its rolling green hills and patchwork of wheat fields glowing in the late afternoon light. A cypress-lined lane winds its way up to a traditional stone farmhouse, standing alone amid the open fields. The gentle curves of the land and the ordered rows of trees give the whole scene a calm, timeless feel that’s pure Italian countryside.
Paisagem agrícola típica da província de Salamanca, em Castela e Leão, visível desde a autoestrada E80, onde se destaca a topografia da Meseta Central Ibérica, um extenso planalto a cerca de 660 metros de altitude. Os vastos campos agrícolas alternam entre tons ocre e verde, refletindo a rotação de culturas cerealíferas, especialmente de trigo, fundamental para a economia local. Elementos como a linha de choupos, que demarcam propriedades ou cursos de água, são comuns na planície, que apresenta um relevo plano e clima continental mediterrânico. A área, conhecida como Campo Charro, possui solos férteis, sendo intercalada por pastagens e vegetação, formando uma “manta de retalhos”. Esta paisagem, em constante mudança conforme as estações, evidencia a rica diversidade agrícola e o papel central da agricultura e pastoreio na cultura local.
A typical agricultural landscape of the province of Salamanca, in Castile and León, visible from the E80 highway, where the topography of the Central Iberian Meseta, an extensive plateau at an altitude of about 660 meters, stands out. The vast agricultural fields alternate between ocher and green tones, reflecting the rotation of cereal crops, especially wheat, which is fundamental to the local economy. Elements such as the line of poplars, which demarcate properties or watercourses, are common in the plain, which has a flat relief and a Mediterranean continental climate. The area, known as Campo Charro, has fertile soils, interspersed with pastures and vegetation, forming a “patchwork blanket”. This landscape, which changes constantly with the seasons, highlights the rich agricultural diversity and the central role of agriculture and grazing in the local culture.
O Parque Urbano das Paivas, em Amora, Seixal, é um espaço verde central na malha urbana densa da Margem Sul do Tejo. A imagem ilustra o seu núcleo, com um lago artificial e repuxo que ameniza o clima e um pavilhão poligonal que alberga um estabelecimento de restauração, ponto de encontro para visitantes. O parque oferece zonas de lazer, circuitos de manutenção e parques infantis, integrando-se no tecido urbano com a sua vegetação consolidada, que inclui palmeiras e árvores de folha caduca. Este espaço foi projetado para melhorar a qualidade de vida dos residentes, oferecendo áreas de caminhada, descanso e atividades ao ar livre, além de mitigar o efeito de ilha de calor urbano. A infraestrutura reflete o investimento municipal em áreas de convívio que equilibram a densidade populacional, contribuindo para a coesão social e o bem-estar da comunidade, potenciado pelas acessibilidades a Lisboa.
The Paivas Urban Park, in Amora, Seixal, is a central green space in the dense urban fabric of the south bank of the Tagus River. The image illustrates its center, with an artificial lake and fountain that softens the climate and a polygonal pavilion that houses a restaurant, a meeting point for visitors. The park offers leisure areas, fitness circuits, and playgrounds, integrating into the urban fabric with its established vegetation, which includes palm trees and deciduous trees. This space was designed to improve the quality of life of residents, offering areas for walking, resting, and outdoor activities, as well as mitigating the urban heat island effect. The infrastructure reflects the municipal investment in social areas that balance population density, contributing to social cohesion and community well-being, enhanced by accessibility to Lisbon.
O Parque Urbano das Paivas, localizado na freguesia de Amora, concelho do Seixal, constitui um importante espaço verde urbano na margem sul do Tejo. Na imagem observa-se uma das zonas centrais do parque, onde se destaca uma fonte circular rodeada por áreas relvadas e árvores, proporcionando um ambiente de lazer e convívio à população local. Este espaço verde foi concebido para promover a qualidade de vida urbana, oferecendo infraestruturas de apoio, zonas de recreio infantil, percursos pedonais e áreas de descanso. O Parque Urbano das Paivas reflete a aposta do município do Seixal na valorização ambiental e na criação de espaços públicos acessíveis, essenciais para o bem-estar das comunidades urbanas. A envolvente habitacional, visível ao fundo, evidencia a integração do parque no tecido urbano da Amora, funcionando como pulmão verde e espaço de socialização.
Paivas Urban Park, located in the parish of Amora, municipality of Seixal, is an important urban green space on the south bank of the Tagus River. The image shows one of the central areas of the park, featuring a circular fountain surrounded by lawns and trees, providing a leisure and social environment for the local population. This green space was designed to promote urban quality of life, offering support infrastructure, children's play areas, walking paths, and rest areas. Paivas Urban Park reflects the municipality of Seixal's commitment to environmental enhancement and the creation of accessible public spaces, which are essential for the well-being of urban communities. The residential surroundings, visible in the background, highlight the park's integration into the urban fabric of Amora, functioning as a green lung and a space for socialization.
Point Loma, San Diego, California, USA
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Im Juli 2025 zeigte sich Xylokastro unter klarem Sommerhimmel mit Temperaturen um 32 °C und einer leichten Brise vom Golf von Korinth. Das Meer funkelte im Sonnenlicht, während der Duft von Pinien aus den Küstenwäldern herüberwehte.
Xylokastro, eine Kleinstadt an der Nordküste der Peloponnes, weist Spuren einer wechselvollen Geschichte auf. Die Lage am Golf von Korinth begünstigte seit der Antike den Austausch von Waren und Kultur. Archäologische Funde in der Umgebung deuten auf Siedlungen aus der mykenischen Zeit hin, in denen Handel und Fischerei bereits eine Rolle spielten. Während der römischen Epoche war die Region Teil wichtiger Handelsrouten zwischen dem westlichen und östlichen Mittelmeer. Der Name Xylokastro leitet sich vermutlich von einer mittelalterlichen Holzbefestigung ab, die hier zur Küstenverteidigung errichtet wurde, wenngleich heute keine sichtbaren Überreste davon existieren. In der byzantinischen und später in der venezianischen und osmanischen Zeit wurde der Ort als Anlegestelle und Versorgungsstation genutzt. Der Hafen, heute modern ausgebaut, war über Jahrhunderte ein wichtiger Umschlagplatz für landwirtschaftliche Produkte wie Olivenöl, Wein und Zitrusfrüchte. Historische Sakralbauten im Umland, darunter kleine orthodoxe Kapellen, bezeugen den religiösen und kulturellen Einfluss dieser Epochen. Ein prägendes Element der regionalen Bauweise ist die Kombination aus Natursteinmauern und hellen Kalkputzfassaden, ergänzt durch hölzerne Fensterläden und Ziegeldächer, wie sie im gesamten Küstenbereich verbreitet sind. Im weiteren Umfeld finden sich Überreste antiker Straßenverläufe, die Xylokastro mit bedeutenden Städten wie Korinth verbanden. Während der osmanischen Herrschaft kam es immer wieder zu maritimen Auseinandersetzungen in der Region, bei denen Küstenorte wie Xylokastro zeitweise befestigt wurden. Auch wenn viele dieser Anlagen heute verschwunden sind, spiegelt sich die historische Funktion des Ortes in seiner urbanen Struktur wider: Die Nähe von Hafen, Markt und Wohngebieten war typisch für Siedlungen mit starkem Bezug zum Meer.
Die natürliche Umgebung von Xylokastro ist geprägt von der Kombination aus Küstenlinie, Stränden und angrenzenden Wäldern. Unmittelbar westlich der Stadt erstreckt sich der Pefkias-Wald, ein geschützter Küstenwald aus Aleppo-Kiefern, der nicht nur als Erholungsgebiet dient, sondern auch eine bedeutende ökologische Funktion hat. Die dichte Vegetation stabilisiert den sandigen Boden und schützt vor Küstenerosion. Unter dem Kronendach wachsen Sträucher wie Mastix, Myrte und Pistazien, begleitet von einer vielfältigen Insektenwelt. Der Sand- und Kiesstrand von Xylokastro zieht sich über mehrere Kilometer und bildet mit dem klaren Wasser des Golfs von Korinth einen Lebensraum für marine Organismen wie Seeigel, kleine Fische und gelegentlich Delfine, die in den küstennahen Gewässern gesichtet werden. Die Wassertemperaturen im Sommer liegen bei rund 25 °C, was die Artenvielfalt von Seegraswiesen und Kleinstlebewesen im seichten Bereich begünstigt. Entlang der Küste finden sich natürliche Felsbereiche, in deren Spalten Krebse und Muscheln siedeln. Das Hinterland ist von einer Mischung aus landwirtschaftlich genutzten Flächen und natürlichen Buschlandschaften geprägt. Zitrusplantagen, Olivenhaine und Weinberge wechseln sich mit Macchie-Vegetation ab, die im Sommer stark von aromatischen Kräutern wie Thymian und Oregano dominiert wird. Das Klima ist typisch mediterran mit heißen, trockenen Sommern und milden, feuchten Wintern. Der saisonale Wechsel beeinflusst das ökologische Gleichgewicht der Region: Im Frühling verwandeln sich Wiesen in ein Mosaik aus Wildblumen, während im Spätsommer Trockenheit die Vegetation dominiert. Vogelarten wie Reiher, Kormorane und Möwen nutzen die Küste als Nahrungs- und Rastgebiet, während Greifvögel in den höheren Lagen des Umlands zu finden sind. Der Hafenbereich stellt eine Schnittstelle zwischen menschlicher Aktivität und Natur dar: Fischerboote bringen täglich frischen Fang, während zugleich Zugvögel hier Schutz finden. Geologisch liegt Xylokastro in einem Gebiet, das durch die Plattentektonik des Hellenischen Bogens geprägt ist, was zu gelegentlichen seismischen Aktivitäten führt. Die Küstenlinie verändert sich durch den Einfluss von Strömungen, Wellengang und Stürmen langsam, was langfristig die Form der Strände beeinflusst. Die Verbindung von Meer, Strand und Wald macht Xylokastro zu einem interessanten Beispiel für das Nebeneinander urbaner Strukturen und naturnaher Landschaftsräume.
Xylokastro ist aufgrund seiner Kombination aus Küste, Hafen, Strand und angrenzendem Wald ein bedeutendes Ziel für regionale und internationale Besucher.
Wikipedia: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xylokastro
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Úbeda est une ville d’Espagne, située dans la province de Jaén, communauté autonome d’Andalousie.
Úbeda es una ciudad española y un municipio de la provincia de Jaén, capital de la comarca de La Loma de Úbeda, en la comunidad autónoma de Andalucía.
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Exterior view of the first Catholic mission church build in California located in San Diego, California, USA.
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A imagem representa uma vinha típica no concelho de Peso da Régua, que integra a Região Demarcada do Douro, classificada pela UNESCO como Património Mundial da Humanidade. Esta área é a mais antiga vitícola regulamentada do mundo, estabelecida em 1756. A viticultura na região, remontando à época romana, adapta-se ao terreno xistoso e acidentado, com vinhas dispostas em socalcos, garantindo uma exposição solar ideal e drenagem adequada. O microclima caracterizado por verões quentes e invernos rigorosos contribui para a maturação das castas autóctones, fundamentais para a produção do renomado Vinho do Porto e dos vinhos DOC Douro. As práticas vitícolas modernas, incluindo o uso de arames para a condução das plantas, mantêm-se alinhadas com métodos tradicionais, assegurando a excelência na qualidade da uva. Este rico ecossistema reflete a sinergia entre a cultura e a natureza, proporcionando uma paisagem pitoresca essencial para a identidade vitivinícola da região.
The image depicts a typical vineyard in the municipality of Peso da Régua, part of the Douro Demarcated Region, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. This area is the oldest regulated wine-growing region in the world, established in 1756. Winegrowing in the region, dating back to Roman times, is adapted to the schistose and rugged terrain, with vineyards arranged in terraces, ensuring ideal sun exposure and adequate drainage. The microclimate, characterized by hot summers and harsh winters, contributes to the ripening of the native grape varieties, which are fundamental to the production of the renowned Port Wine and DOC Douro wines. Modern viticultural practices, including the use of wires to train the vines, remain in line with traditional methods, ensuring excellence in grape quality. This rich ecosystem reflects the synergy between culture and nature, providing a picturesque landscape that is essential to the region's wine-growing identity.
Plaza de Zorrilla, em Zamora. No fundo vê-se a escultura 'Madre e Niño', do artista zamorano Baltasar Lobo e o emblemático Palácio dos Momos.
Nas imediações de Castelo Melhor, em Vila Nova de Foz Côa, a floração das amendoeiras (Prunus dulcis) ocorre entre o final de fevereiro e o início de março, sinalizando a transição do inverno para a primavera e o início da Rota das Amendoeiras. Este fenómeno, que marca o ciclo produtivo de uma cultura tradicional na região do Alto Douro, beneficia de um microclima específico que permite uma floração precoce, adaptando-se a solos menos férteis e a um clima com amplitude térmica acentuada. Com ramos repletos de flores brancas e rosadas, a polinização é facilitada, assegurando a produção de amêndoas, ingrediente fundamental da doçaria tradicional portuguesa. A herança da presença moura nesta cultura é perpetuada através de lendas, como a do rei Ibn-Almundim e da princesa Gilda. Além do seu valor económico, o amendoal atrai visitantes para festivais que celebram esta beleza efémera, ligando a paisagem agrícola ao património cultural local, onde se destacam castelos medievais e aldeias pitorescas.
In the vicinity of Castelo Melhor in Vila Nova de Foz Côa, the flowering of almond trees (Prunus dulcis) occurs between late February and early March, signaling the transition from winter to spring and the beginning of the Almond Blossom Route. This phenomenon marks the productive cycle of a traditional crop in the Alto Douro region, benefiting from a specific microclimate that allows for early flowering, adapting to less fertile soils and a climate with wide temperature fluctuations. With branches laden with white and pink flowers, pollination is facilitated, ensuring the production of almonds, a key ingredient in Portuguese traditional confections. The heritage of the Moorish presence in this culture is perpetuated through legends, such as that of King Ibn-Almundim and Princess Gilda. In addition to its economic value, the almond grove attracts visitors for festivals that celebrate this ephemeral beauty, linking agricultural landscapes to local cultural heritage, where medieval castles and picturesque villages stand out.
Taken in the Menton Garden in Southern France but endemic to counties across the world which have a mild mediterranean type climate.
Osteospermum, the daisy bushes is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the Calenduleae, one of the smaller tribes of the sunflower/daisy family Asteraceae
A densidade turística numa das características vielas pedonais de Positano, uma localidade emblemática da Costa Amalfitana, na região da Campânia. A via é coberta por uma pérgula rústica de madeira, entrelaçada com vegetação densa, uma solução arquitetónica tradicional do Mediterrâneo concebida para proporcionar sombra e amenizar o calor estival. Penduradas na estrutura, observam-se reproduções de iconografia religiosa e sinalética local, elementos que fundem a devoção cultural com a estética comercial da vila. Historicamente uma modesta comunidade piscatória, Positano transformou-se num destino de elite em meados do século XX, impulsionada pela literatura de viagem e pelo cinema, integrando hoje a área classificada como Património Mundial pela UNESCO desde 1997. A fotografia ilustra vividamente o contraste entre a atmosfera bucólica da cobertura vegetal e a pressão do turismo de massas que inunda as estreitas artérias desta paisagem vertical, evidenciando os desafios contemporâneos de preservação e mobilidade num dos cenários mais visitados de Itália.
Tourist density in one of the characteristic pedestrian alleys of Positano, an emblematic town on the Amalfi Coast in the Campania region. The street is covered by a rustic wooden pergola, intertwined with dense vegetation, a traditional Mediterranean architectural solution designed to provide shade and mitigate the summer heat. Hanging from the structure are reproductions of religious iconography and local signage, elements that blend cultural devotion with the commercial aesthetics of the village. Historically a modest fishing community, Positano became an elite destination in the mid-20th century, driven by travel literature and cinema, and is now part of the area classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. The photograph vividly illustrates the contrast between the bucolic atmosphere of the vegetation cover and the pressure of mass tourism that floods the narrow arteries of this vertical landscape, highlighting the contemporary challenges of preservation and mobility in one of Italy's most visited settings.
Úbeda est une ville d’Espagne, située dans la province de Jaén, communauté autonome d’Andalousie.
Úbeda es una ciudad española y un municipio de la provincia de Jaén, capital de la comarca de La Loma de Úbeda, en la comunidad autónoma de Andalucía.
Ubeda is a town in the province of Jaén in Spain's autonomous community of Andalusia, with some 36,025 inhabitants. Both this city and the neighboring city of Baeza benefited from extensive patronage in the early 16th century resulting in the construction of a series of Renaissance style palaces and churches, which have been preserved ever since. In 2003, UNESCO declared the historic cores and monuments of these two towns a World Heritage Site.
Lavender (Lavandula) a favourite for planting particularly in mediterranean climate zones around the world. Surprisingly it is a member of the mint family! This is a tufted variety growing in our garden.
Positano, na Costa Amalfitana, sul de Itália, é uma vila com uma configuração peculiar: o casario em tons pastel ergue-se em socalcos pela encosta íngreme até ao Mar Tirreno, adaptando-se ao terreno montanhoso da península de Sorrento. Esta disposição vertical reflete a sua história, outrora um próspero entreposto comercial marítimo e parte da República Marítima de Amalfi. As formações rochosas calcárias, resultado da atividade tectónica e erosão marinha, moldam a paisagem da Campânia, conferindo-lhe uma beleza única. Atualmente, Positano, com a sua arquitetura característica, clima mediterrânico e paisagem ímpar, é um destino turístico de prestígio e beneficia da produção local de limoncello e da pesca. A vila, juntamente com a Costa Amalfitana, é reconhecida como Património Mundial da UNESCO desde 1997, pela sua importância cultural e paisagística.
Positano, on the Amalfi Coast in southern Italy, is a village with a unique layout: pastel-colored houses climb up the steep hillside to the Tyrrhenian Sea, adapting to the mountainous terrain of the Sorrento Peninsula. This vertical layout reflects its history as a once-prosperous maritime trading post and part of the Maritime Republic of Amalfi. The limestone rock formations, the result of tectonic activity and marine erosion, shape the landscape of Campania, giving it a unique beauty. Today, Positano, with its characteristic architecture, Mediterranean climate, and unique landscape, is a prestigious tourist destination and benefits from local limoncello production and fishing. The village, together with the Amalfi Coast, has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997 for its cultural and scenic importance.
A couple weeks ago this was a neglected dirt patch covered with weeds and invasive Bermuda grass. This property belongs to a good friend who was planning a graduation party for his daughter. He asked for my help to adjust some paving stones. When I arrived on the scene I said, sure... but why not build a garden for the party as well?
I gave my friend some small succulent cuttings two years ago that were maturing in pots alongside the garage. I surveyed the area and assets at hand. There was some warm-season New Zealand spinach freely seeding in this spot. My plan; let's get rid of what we don't want, keep what we do, and repurpose what you already have.
We wanted to accomplish this goal organically with an eye for sustainable low-maintenance. Thus, no herbicides would be used and the plants needed to be drought tolerant to endure harsh Southern California summers.
All the weeding was done by hand and if you've ever removed Bermuda grass you know what a bitch that can be. I trimmed back the New Zealand spinach to be used as a temporary ground cover. We repurposed the succulents and planted them among the spinach. The majestic pineapple guava tree, another edible, provides the dramatic background. I lent some garden furniture and lighting for the party. All we needed to purchase was planter mix and few paver stones.
Total cost of this garden crash about 100 dollars.
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I am soooo sick to death of this dreary, dismal wet weather and really wish I was back at my brother's beautiful home (just out of shot @ left) in fabulous Fethiye, Turkey.
That's Fethiye in the background, btw. Average annual hours of sunshine : 2,930.8 hrs
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Erdogan!**
South Africa in Morro Bay; Oxalis pes-caprae & Delosperma cooperi
10Feb15 BushPhoto
These grow well in nearly any mediterranean climate around the world - here in California, the oxalis grows WAY TOO well. It's called Bermuda Buttercup, although from South Africa and NOT a buttercup. Go figure.
Oxalidaceae
Aizoaceae
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The California Science Center in Los Angeles selected this photo for permanent display in its Ecosystems exhibit, which opened in March 2010.
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If you have any questions regarding locations or photo techniques, please ask!
Copyright 2015 © Jonah Westrich / Isthmus Media Group
Inquires to: info@isthmusmediagroup.com
High-resolution files and prints available for order and purchase at isthmusmediagroup.smugmug.com.
If you have any questions regarding locations or photo techniques, please ask!
Copyright 2015 © Jonah Westrich / Isthmus Media Group
Inquires to: info@isthmusmediagroup.com
High-resolution files and prints available for order and purchase at isthmusmediagroup.smugmug.com.
If you have any questions regarding locations or photo techniques, please ask!
Copyright 2015 © Jonah Westrich / Isthmus Media Group
Inquires to: info@isthmusmediagroup.com
High-resolution files and prints available for order and purchase at isthmusmediagroup.smugmug.com.
If you have any questions regarding locations or photo techniques, please ask!
Copyright 2015 © Jonah Westrich / Isthmus Media Group
Inquires to: info@isthmusmediagroup.com
High-resolution files and prints available for order and purchase at isthmusmediagroup.smugmug.com.
If you have any questions regarding locations or photo techniques, please ask!
Copyright 2015 © Jonah Westrich / Isthmus Media Group
Inquires to: info@isthmusmediagroup.com