Monday, March 30, 2009

Stamens Survive the Storm

Crabapple Stamens Survive the Weekend's Storms

Heavy rain and high winds on Saturday, March 28, 2009, left the driveway covered with pink crabapple petals. But the bare stamens and many of the blooms weathered the storm, and the old tree continues its springtime reproductive tasks, while, sheltering near its trunk, this year's tulip crop opens to the morning sun.

Tulips, March 30, 2009

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