In past years, it's shown very little color other than a mahogany-red tinge to the early leaves. It would occasionally put forth a few or partial "blossoms" (the "flower" of a Dogwood is not the showy part, but that little tight cluster of dark buds in the center). In short, it was rather disappointing in its lack of pinkness. This year, however, it's simply a mass of color, and in spite of my aversion to pink, I find myself rejoicing in its splendid display.
365Caws is now in its 14th year of publication, and was originally intended to end after 365 days. It has sometimes been difficult for me to find new material, particularly during the winter months, but now as I enter my own twilight years, I cannot guarantee that I will be able to provide daily posts. It is my hope that along the way I may have inspired someone to a greater curiosity about the natural world. If so, I can rest, content in the knowledge that my work here has been done.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Red Dogwood
In past years, it's shown very little color other than a mahogany-red tinge to the early leaves. It would occasionally put forth a few or partial "blossoms" (the "flower" of a Dogwood is not the showy part, but that little tight cluster of dark buds in the center). In short, it was rather disappointing in its lack of pinkness. This year, however, it's simply a mass of color, and in spite of my aversion to pink, I find myself rejoicing in its splendid display.
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