A slightly different version of this post was originally published on June 10, 2018. The Crown of Thorns is a real eye-catcher, a hardy succulent that grows well both in the wild and as a favorite garden hybrid. I’m honestly not sure what appeals to me more about this plant — the vivid blooms or the aggressive spines jutting from […]
If I had gotten up a little bit earlier this morning, I would have been able to capture these cactus blooms without the challenge of full sunlight. But they were still extremely attractive — especially to a honeybee, who just couldn’t tear herself away even though both her pollen baskets were full.
I missed the full bloom of this Cleistocactus winteri flower, but it still looks pretty good to me. These succulents originated in Bolivia.
A. victoriae-reginae is found theQueen Victoria agave (Agave victoria-reginae) is highly prized by gardeners throughout the U.S. Southwest and beyond for its beauty as well as its small size. Named after Queen Victoria, this long-lived agave is known for its ability to thrive in seemingly inhospitable conditions, including the hot, reflected sun of the desert landscape. You don’t expect to see royalty […]
