Tuesday, May 11, 2010

The Jacaranda Tree



The "Flowering Crab" trees are blooming in the north,
announcing the arrival of spring,
while here in Florida, we have the magnificent purple
"Jacaranda Tree."
Located at the entrance to our daughter's sub-division,
each year I stand in amazement at the majesty of
this beautiful work of nature.
Notice how well it has been cared for by the owner,
allowing a large
branch to grow right through the fence wall.
The branches have been trimmed to form an
umbrella shape.......up high. This will allow
the tree to cope with hurricane force winds, should
the occasion arise.
Click on the photos if you like...to enlarge
and notice the carpet of blossoms fallen beneath the tree.
Photos were taken last Saturday on a beautiful day......
notice the blue sky peaking through the clouds.
Blessings.....Dee Dee