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The fluffy opening buds of Magnolias are so fascinating; I think I enjoy them almost (almost) more than the open flowers, themselves. Many of the Magnolia trees around here have suffered slight frost damage during the past week as we flirted for several nights with nighttime lows hovering slightly above and below 32F/0C. Now it's a little warmer, so they're bursting into bloom.
There's no denying the beauty and the magic of the buds AND the blooms.
They are gorgeous, Beth! I wish I could view the buds opening on our Magnolia grandiflora more easily but I need a telephoto lens for that ;) I hope your weather warms soon and allows you to fully enjoy the beauty of the spring season.
ReplyDeleteThe buds always capture my heart. They are so complex and beautiful. I think we've made it past the really cold stuff, so onward with the growing season. :)
DeleteI saw the same on some (Magnolia stellata and 'Ann'), but others, blooming later, escaped the frost damage. As long as the scent is there, I can overlook a little frost!
ReplyDeleteI agree! The buds are amazing no matter what, and the blooms have such a lovely scent and they're beautiful!
DeleteI agree with you, I like the bud stage as well. I am the same with peony,I enjoy watching them slowly burst.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!! Thank you for sharing.
Yes, Magnolias and Peonies are similar that way--fascinating buds that are fun to follow.
DeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed day!
Thank you, Lea. You, as well. :)
DeleteFabulous photos. I specially like the
ReplyDeletefuzzy wuzzy bud shot. Makes me want to touch it.
Thanks, Lisa. I know! The buds are so cuddly and complex!
DeleteGreat series of photos, Beth. Magnolia flowers are so gorgeous. That first shot looks like something the folks at Sesame Street might come up with.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tina. Ha! I'm imagining a garden program, or a "budding" song on Sesame Street. :)
DeleteThis is such a fun post to watch the buds unfurl like magic . I have been wondering if there is any way I can squeeze a small magnolia tree in my back garden .. probably not but some how that makes me want it even more ? Seeing these fuzzy buds , yes ! I really need this in my plant zoo indeed ! LOL
ReplyDeleteOh, I hope you can! I don't have enough sun here, but I sure do love to observe them elsewhere. :)
DeleteLooking at your magnolia buds is a great stress reliever, Beth. They are so beautiful and peaceful. Wish I could grow them in my zone. P.x
ReplyDeleteOh good. They were a stress-reliever for me, too. They don't last long enough in the spring, but they are so beautiful. :)
DeleteThe smell is so distinct. Before the lockdowns destroyed the company where I worked for 25 years, we would always work a graduation ceremony at a school that had blooming magnolia trees. The female graduates would carry the blossoms in their hands. It was a tradition. Now, whenever I walk past a tree that is blooming, the memories rush back and I think of those happy days. Life is so different now.
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