Author: bcjj

Right now the Beaucarnea recurvata, aka elephant foot or ponytail plant, are in flower at the San Diego botanic garden. There are white, orange (shown), and red forms.  Post provided by BB.

Pond opposite the Japanese Tea Garden at the San Diego Botanic Garden.  A favorite view.   Posted by BB.

Located across the road from the rose garden (see other post) it is said to be the finest Japanese garden outside of Japan and it is well worth the entry fee. The attention to detail is extraordinary.  Bring a book or a friend or both and stay a while.

If you will be in Portland Oregon this summer be sure to check out the rose garden. Admission is free.  On 4.5 acres in Washington Park this garden displays over 10,000 plants from 550 varieties. Most varieties are new since the purpose of this garden is to test new hybrids to decide which are best  for commercial release. Post provided by BB.