Where will you find the Boston Babe today? She's at the botanical garden.

Happy 4th of July!

In honor of July 4th, I've decided to feature flowers that resemble fireworks.  Introducing AH-mazing photos offering a big BANG! and a KABOOM!

FLOWERWORKS OR FIREFLOWERS

Leucospermum Cordifolium, or commonly known as Pincusion Protea, is native to Zimbabwe and South Africa.

Silybum Marianum, or commonly known as Milk Thistle, is native to the Mediterranean regions of Europe, North Africa and the middle east.  Milk Thistle is an anti-oxidant and used to treat liver disease.  

Calliandra Haematocephala, or commonly known as Powder Puff or Fairy Duster, is native to the tropical regions of America.  It is one of 140 species of the Pea Family.

Albizia Julibrissin, or commonly known as Persian Silk Tree or Mimosa, is a relative of the Pea family.  It is native to southwestern and eastern Asia.

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