Desert Treasure
The desert often has a reputation for being sparse or barren and when I first moved here nearly 20 years ago, I found that I carried a lot of assumptions about how the desert is and was pleasantly surprised to find the desert was full of magic and beauty and not at all what I assumed it to be.
One of the biggest surprises was when spring came and the cactus suddenly bloomed with the most beautiful flowers I have ever witnessed. I call them the desert's secret treasure.
This spring, after all the much needed rains from this winter, the cactus have been producing quite the show of blossoms. I am happy to be able to share a little of this desert treasure with you. All the photos were taken at our property here in Southeast Arizona...
One of the biggest surprises was when spring came and the cactus suddenly bloomed with the most beautiful flowers I have ever witnessed. I call them the desert's secret treasure.
This spring, after all the much needed rains from this winter, the cactus have been producing quite the show of blossoms. I am happy to be able to share a little of this desert treasure with you. All the photos were taken at our property here in Southeast Arizona...
Chain Cholla Blossoms
Prickley Pear Blossoms
Bird of Paradise ( not a cactus )
Hedge Hog Cactus
More Prickley Pear flowers
Blessings of beauty and wonder to you all!
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