Cactus sp. from south America. Large showy flowers only last for 1-2 days.
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Butchart Gardens, Victoria, CanadaButchart Gardens, Victoria, Canada
Our club president recently had the chance to see the Butchart Gardens and loved it. British Columbia may be a very different climate to San Diego but seeing a garden vision come to life is motivating for all gardeners.
Set on and in 55 acres of an abandoned quarry it is restorative living art.
The Butchart Gardens – Over 100 Years in Bloom – Victoria, Canada
Cup and Saucer VineCup and Saucer Vine
A little exotic but worth attempting in San Diego. This is Cobaea scandens, also known as Cathedral Bells or Monastery Bells and is native to Mexico. It is a vine that may do better wrapping around another plant rather than on its own trellis. The flowers change from pale to darker purple so you can get a range of coloration.
Painting by Jan van Huysum 1722Painting by Jan van Huysum 1722
This painting hangs in the Getty Museum, Los Angeles. The colors, vibrancy and lushness are striking. Apparently, he could take months and even years to finish works like this because he always had the actual plant in the studio when he painted. Since the still life comprised flowers, fruits and leaves from different seasons it was a patient task to paint them all in.