Published Monday, December 28, 2009, OK personal/derivative use; link lovethatimage.artsquadgraphics.com.
Alstroemeria, or Peruvian Lily
I seem to be most attracted to photos from exactly half a year ago. This one was in a neighbor’s yard. Alstroemeria is a very nice spreading perennial that can take a bit of neglect. And they make superb cut flowers, lasting a LONG time. The only downside is no scent. I planted some pink ones and we’ll see if they do well.
For more closeups, visit Macro Monday, and for more brilliant yellow, visit Mellow Yellow Monday.
Oh so this is the name of this beautiful flower thanks for sharing! ^_^
MYM~BM: Tricycle/Trisikad
Beautiful photo of a beautiful plan.! It is hardy in our area but I’ve never grown it. After seeing your photo, I need to give it a try!
Six must be a magic number. I like the composition and love the colors of these flowers. Very nice photo.
I never knew the name of these pretty flowers before. You see them a lot in bouquets from florists.
Very pretty picture!!
The colour here is gorgeous! Very nice, Sara!
Beautiful! Just catching up – Color Carnival will be back January 1st! 🙂
First time i’ve seen such flowers and they are beautiful!! Nice capture!
Love the yellow, not sure I’ve ever seen that flower myself, is it local to your area?
Glad you all like this pretty flower. It grows well outside here in the Pacific Northwest (Western Washington, at least) and also grew very well in Northern Calfornia, where I saw it naturalized once in an abandoned yard, the real sign of a happy and easy plant. The pink and pale shades are even prettier, in my opinion. It also grows in shades of orange. Try it!
I love the quality of your images – exceptional sharpness where it’s needed, gorgeous colour and perfect composition. Your photography shows real attention to detail. A pleasure to view.