Each bloodroot bloom lasts a scant day at its prime, before petals start for fall, but this has been my favorite woodland spring wildflower from the moment I first saw one.
Name: Cal McGaugh Escondido, California (Zone 10b)
"...this has been my favorite woodland spring wildflower from the moment I first saw one."
And I can see why. They must glow in the sunlight against a dark background.
Great banner, Elizabeth.
I remember finding these in the woods when I was a kid, picking them and getting the red sap all over my hands. We used to paint our faces with it like we were wild Indians in war paint.
Politicians are like diapers, they need to be changed often, and for the same reason.
Heartfelt thanks to all of you who took the time to comment of my self-indulgent bloodroot banner, or even just to give it a thumbs up. Much appreciated. β€π€β€
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