Painted brush are just so cool. They are a companion on my yearly wanderings. In spring they are blooming in the deserts and foothills and they follow me along into the high mountains in the peak of summer. So many colors, the fuzz, and the shape, I just might have to post more as the summer progresses as every new photo becomes an old friend.
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wow, that’s beautiful! i really like the colours!
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Evi, thanks the intense color is what attracted me to the flower. When they are at peak bloom it really is a full sensory experience. Have a great day.
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I only learned about this flower, just the other day. I’m trying to find out if it grows in my neck of the woods. I love the colors and the name.
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It is a great flower and comes in many colors and shapes. I hope it grows where you live.
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Love this picture. Quite beautiful. 🙂
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Thanks Kathy, hope your weekend is going well.
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How interesting, plus the web is saying they – just the flower parts – can be consumed in moderation with benefits of garlic. Thanks for sharing, never heard of them.
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Hi and thanks, I never knew that these were edible. I wonder what the definition of moderation is but will have to try a nibble for taste. Hope your day is going good and wishing you a great week.
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Beautiful capture and words
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Thanks Helena. hope your day is going well and wishing you a great week.
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Beautiful! Loved seeing these when I lived in Idaho …
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Hi LB, hope your day is gong well. I have not really spent much Idaho but would love to explore there when I get the time. Beautiful flowers through the Rockies for sure.
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Very pretty. Please DO post more photos of these later!
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Thanks and I will post a few more as they bloom this summer. Have a great week.
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Beautiful. I like the fading green background that outlines the flower. Indeed, it reminds me of paintings. Still orange flower in still time. 🙂
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Thanks, the saturation of colors in that wildflower patch was amazing and did in fact seem like a very big painting. Hope you are having a great day.
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I like this picture. What a beautiful colors.
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Hi and thanks. It is amazing how the summer colors can become so saturated and especially with a macro shot and lens. Hope your day is going well.
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Simple and beautiful 🙂
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Thanks Sreejith.
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Striking, and so vibrant~~
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Hi Jet, I really enjoy seeing the painted brush so many different subtle color variations and varieties to observe.
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Nice photo Mike, love the contrast of colours😀
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Thanks, that green and brilliant orange/red sure scream summer in a special way to me. Hope your well and your day is going great.
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