I had to nip out and get another picture from my friends garden today, as I still haven't been very far from my home. You'll be thinking I've gone all soft and flowery with yet another beautiful flower but at least I'm being consistent at the moment.
I'm not the greatest of gardeners and I thought this was a rose at first but the leaves didn't look right. I had to give her a quick phone call and then direct her to the right place in her garden. She soon put me right and tells me that these are Peonies and that they will open a lot more, must admit they looked gorgeous. Please try viewing this with the dark surround, it really is better.
I'm hoping to be back out into the countryside next week and find some lovely views. Thank you for all your comments and FAV's for the canalside view, much appreciated.
that is a beautiful photo of a flower Heather. I too would have thought it was a rose with funny leaves. You have done this flower a great justice. well done