Published Tuesday, July 19, 2011, OK personal/derivative use; link lovethatimage.artsquadgraphics.com.
Leek flower
Hope you are not getting tired of all these macro photos lately. This one is a leek plant in my garden. I love the way they look in the vegetable bed, very tall and sculptural with the big ball flowers—like the rest of the onion family. For eating, though, I think it’s best to remove the flower stems early and then harvest soon. Leeks sure are good in soups and such, I found out this spring. But do let at least a couple go to seed for future harvests.
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J Bar on 19 Jul 2011 at 10:34 pm #
Good one.
Ewok on 19 Jul 2011 at 11:01 pm #
wow! keep the macros coming.
Joyful on 19 Jul 2011 at 11:48 pm #
Beautifully captured.
Of Kites and Starfish on 20 Jul 2011 at 5:37 am #
Wow, simply amazing. I really enjoy looking at your beautiful leek flower.
melodygem on 20 Jul 2011 at 5:38 am #
I love your header and the leek flower.
Shirley on 20 Jul 2011 at 7:31 am #
Terrific macro!
Christina Klas on 20 Jul 2011 at 8:41 am #
Love the water droplet coming down the side. 🙂 I don’t blame you for the Macros… weather’s been less than friendly for getting inspiration for anything else!
Miss Becky on 20 Jul 2011 at 10:54 am #
I love macros so I’ll not tire of these lovely shots. I’m really liking the lupines in your header image! I hope you’re having a joyful week Sara.
Aerie-el on 20 Jul 2011 at 4:02 pm #
Love the macros. Love leeks. Very nice image!
caite@a lovely shore breeze on 20 Jul 2011 at 7:50 pm #
I never knew leeks had flowers..pretty isn’t it.
great capture
Lady Fi on 21 Jul 2011 at 6:05 am #
Just gorgeous!
brenda on 21 Jul 2011 at 2:13 pm #
ahhhhhh love this capture of BIRTH! my entry for WW
Genie on 21 Jul 2011 at 3:51 pm #
WOW!!! I am so glad you posted this bloom. I have always wanted to see a leek bloom. It is magnificent. Lovely coloration. Genie
Nonizamboni on 24 Jul 2011 at 6:51 pm #
Leek flower-who knew? How beautiful–nice capture, Sara.
UboboHobo on 25 Jul 2011 at 4:56 am #
Love its little white cap and the water droplet. Be reassured , I never tier of macro.
Denise on 26 Jul 2011 at 1:08 pm #
Great shot, love your macro. So sharp and detailed. Thanks again Sara.
windwhisperer on 01 Aug 2011 at 5:43 am #
awesome