This petite new Esperanza from Mountain States delivers a powerful punch of apricot color in the summer months. This garden gem is smaller than previous selections, with a compact and dense form. Because it is virtually seed free, this clone blooms continuously throughout the summer months with large clusters of bell-shaped flowers. Hummingbirds love the tubular blossoms! In mild climates Sierra Apricot™ remains mostly evergreen, but is deciduous below temperatures of 25°F. Simply cut the stems back after frost, and plants will flush out quickly in the late spring.
I took my big camera (Canon SX50HS) with me on my walk today with hopes of photographing our local coyote. He was no where to be found so I took some flower shots and one of a local quail. I think this is a Gambel's Quail.
If you haven't already, I strongly suggest that you read "That Quail, Robert," by Margaret Sanger. It's a wonderful true story about Robert and his human family. I've read it twice over the years; maybe it's time for the third reading. I know Amazon has it - not sure if it's in Kindle form.
ReplyDeleteI love the flower shots and the quail is, as always, beautiful.
Thanks for the tip. Mr. Wiley Coyote only seems to show up when I don't have my fancy camera.
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