Here in Florida, we have flowers and trees in bloom all year long. That is not the case everywhere, and some of my friends are eagerly awaiting leafy trees and burgeoning blossoms. Thus, this week you get a sampling of spring flowers and trees from a variety of locales seen in March or April.
Our first experience seeing jacaranda trees in bloom was in the center of Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar, in 2009.
We also loved the jacaranda trees we saw here in Mexico City some ten years later!
In our travels, we have often visited local botanical gardens, whether in Vietnam, Singapore or Japan.
Delicate water lily, Vietnam
Cherry blossoms, Tokyo. We joined throngs of locals traipsing among these gorgeous trees.
Tulips in bright sun, Jefferson Market Garden, Manhattan. We like to sit in this tranquil space.
Early Magnolia, Florida. I love the shape and delicacy of these blossoms.
Intense orchids, Singapore. There are two marvelous botanical gardens in Singapore, both worth a detour!
A spring day perfect for contemplation, coastal Florida
Glowing Tabebuia Trumpet tree, Florida. This tree of ours usually displays its first burst of color in mid to late February.
