My little Andean friends remain green as winter sets in, and were in full bloom right through the end of November, when this was taken.
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November Nasturtiums, c. 2012
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There’s something about the colors and composition here that reminds me of paintings I saw in a gallery once. I wish I had something more specific – like the name of the artist. This is a wonderful, surreal image.
Thanks so much, Jana! Have a peaceful, restful holiday.
Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones, Luddy!
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Marie
And to you, Marie!
I love Nasturtiums. When I was a kid, we called them ‘Honeysuckle’ (which I realize is a different plant entirely) because you could suck a little of the sap through the conical structure which extends from the base of the flower.
You mention the Andes. Are the flowers pictured from there or are you saying that the nasturtium is native to S.A. I had always assumed they were native to California (which is a silly assumption considering all the non-native plants in my area).
D’y'know, the whole flower is edible, as well as the leaves. (Not as tasty as orchids, though, if you ask me.) (I sound like a madwoman.)
Yeah, apparently the Nasturtium flower is South American. Funny you thought they were from California — I always thought they were Dutch!
I love the composition in combination with the colours, makes it look like a painting!
Thank you so much, Anton. What a nice compliment! :-)