Garyo’s mail and photos shared below:
Yesterday, I was at Bartlett lake near Phoenix hearing that the desert is in exceptional bloom – and it was spectacular! I never have seen the desert so green and colorful! The air was filled with a sweet smell, bees were humming, birds chirping – so beautiful. Unfortunately, I did not take my camera, but made many photos with my iPhone. I would like to share the beauty with you (maybe, you also want to post it on your blog).
It reminded me of your saying “when flowers bloom, butterflies come”. The desert is full of seeds and when the conditions are right and there is enough water and warmth, the desert turns into pure beauty. It is said that it did not happen since 100 years.
Most of the flowers I did not know. However, there were some I could name – I wrote it underneath the photo.
Globemallow with Bartlett lake in the background
Lupine and Mexican Poppy
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Mexican Poppy
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Mexican Poppy and Saguaro Cactus
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Lupine, Mexican Poppy and Exserted Indian Paintbrush
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Banana Yucca?
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Arizona Scarlet Bugler (red) with Mexican Poppy,
Lupine and Phacelia (blue flowers in the back)
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Lupine and blooming Ocotillo Cactus in the background
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Desert Chicory
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