Yes, Jo, a large magnolia tree in bloom is lovely. These photographs were actually taken in late April a few years ago in Kew Gardens. I wonder what is happening to that tree right now. I can only speculate that it will have been adversely affected by all the icy cold weather this year. Perhaps I can find out.
That is a lovely poem, Peacockpoetryblog. The title “Steel Magnolias” reminded me that in the autumn of last year while at Kew Gardens, there was a sculpture called “Copper in Bloom” by Andy Young which was made of copper pipe stems with china flowers, mimicking a magnolia tree in bloom:
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Lovely picture
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Beautiful!
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Thank you, Andrew.
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Thank you, Allison.
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Beautiful photos.😊 At Health garden here in Kristianstad, which contains several gardens, there is a beautiful magnolia grove.
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Thank you, John. Magnolias are certainly spectacular and exotic.
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How beautiful! It’s wonderful to see a mature magnolia tree in flower. Hope it’s safe from the frost. Is it in Cornwall?
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Yes, Jo, a large magnolia tree in bloom is lovely. These photographs were actually taken in late April a few years ago in Kew Gardens. I wonder what is happening to that tree right now. I can only speculate that it will have been adversely affected by all the icy cold weather this year. Perhaps I can find out.
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Blooming beautiful! Thanks for sharing. My poem today is about Magnolias in case you have time to read? Sam 🙂
https://peacockpoetryblog.wordpress.com/2018/04/12/steel-magnolias/
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That is a lovely poem, Peacockpoetryblog. The title “Steel Magnolias” reminded me that in the autumn of last year while at Kew Gardens, there was a sculpture called “Copper in Bloom” by Andy Young which was made of copper pipe stems with china flowers, mimicking a magnolia tree in bloom:
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What an interesting idea for a sculpture! Thanks for sharing! I have never been to Kew Gardens but must make it there one of these days!
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I am sure that you would find much to enjoy, and more inspiration for your poetry, on a day visit to the wonderful and extensive gardens at Kew.
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I think so too! I have heard good things about them 🙂
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