ALL PHOTOS BY DAWN PISTURINO.
We got enough rain this winter for the cactus to blossom. It truly is a lovely sight when the desert is in bloom.
(Rose-colored blossom on a prickly pear cactus. Photo by Dawn Pisturino.)
But those cactus needles are nothing to mess with! They hurt!
Creosote bushes are indigenous desert plants with deep roots and waxy green leaves which help them to retain moisture. They mostly stay green year round. But, in the spring, they burst forth with lovely yellow flowers that brighten up the landscape. On the downside, these yellow flowers mark the start of allergy season. Nothing lasts long in the desert, however, so we enjoy them while we can. Achoo!
Have a lovely day, wherever you are!
Dawn Pisturino
May 3, 2022
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Those are beautiful π
I don’t know what’s with me, but every time I see a cactus up close (real or in pictures) my mind automatically drifts to concepts of how nasty it would be to get stung by those needles.
These did the trick :))
Few things put together beauty and danger in the same frame like a bloomed cactus.
Awesome job, Dawn! (γβ‘ο½₯)οΎ πΈ
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You are so right!
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cactus flower the power of lotus blooms
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Your rainy season is our snowy season. Pretty blooms, Dawn.
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Thanks, Nancy! Have a beautiful day!
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Wow! So beautiful photos, dear Dawn! ThanK’s for share.
Have a pleasant day!
Elvira
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Thanks, Elvira! Same to you!
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You are welcome, dear Dawn.
You as well.
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The desert does have its beauty! I love to be surprised by a blooming cactus. π π΅ Beautiful photos, Dawn.
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Thanks, Michele!
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Amazing pictures ! Have a nice day or evening !
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Thank you, Diana! Same to you!
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Glorious pics!!
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Thank you!
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Thanks for sharing!
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