Pink Columbine #1
by Bruce Bley
Title
Pink Columbine #1
Artist
Bruce Bley
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
This macro shot of a pink columbine blossom was taken from one of my flower beds in my yard.
Aquilegia (common names: Granny's Bonnet or Columbine) is a genus of about 60-70 species of perennial plants that are found in meadows, woodlands, and at higher altitudes throughout the Northern Hemisphere, known for the spurred petals of their flowers.
The genus name Aquilegia is derived from the Latin word for eagle (aquila), because the shape of the flower petals, which are said to resemble an eagle's claw. The common name "columbine" comes from the Latin for "dove", due to the resemblance of the inverted flower to five doves clustered together.
Columbine is a hardy perennial, which propagates by seed. It will grow to a height of 15 to 20 inches. It will grow in full sun; however, it prefers growing in partial shade and well drained soil, and is able to tolerate average soils and dry soil conditions.
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April 8th, 2014
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Bruce Bley
Thank you for the feature in the group "Wonders of Nature Photography", Shawn. I am very grateful for the honor.
Bruce Bley
ShitlaPrasad. Thank you for the feature in the group "1-2-3-4-5'. I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Bruce Bley
Nadine and Bob, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "Artist News" I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Bruce Bley
Sheree, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Garden of Hope". I am very grateful for the honor.
Bruce Bley
Thank you for the feature in the group "ALL SEASONS Landscapes". Nadine and Bob. I truly appreciate the honor.
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