NZ Christmas tree

Down on the beach today I went for a long walk and did my 10000 steps in one long walk, was amazed to see all the NZ Christmas trees (metrosideros excelsa) about to come out into flower, looks to be right on time this year, what a beautiful sight they are going to make as they are all along the coastline.

[Beryl Lloyd]

It must be wonderful when all the flower buds open -- as is suggested in your other photo !

[Valerie Chesney]

Super shot, will be glorious when the buds all open...

[Nick]

Really lovely - love all the little red "stars".

[Nick]

Fav btw.

[Hazel]

Wish we had Christmas trees which look like this!

[Linda]

Pretty shot

[kali]

looks beautiful

[Margo]

Like this very much.

[Pat Knowles]

Wow 10000 steps, how far would that be roughly, I can't even imagine! Love the little red dots of bud opening.

[Marnie]

I feel weary just reading about 10,000 steps. You're very virtuous. Love the dof and patterns in this shot.

[Denise Wood]

FAVtastic :)

[Paula W]

How pretty, love the colours and focus.