Dogwood Seed Pods

Not only are Dogwood trees pretty in the spring, in the fall the flowers turn into seed pods. I just read that they are actually edible! But I doubt I will try one.
http://www.slashfood.com/2008/08/29/wild-edibles-kousa-dogwood-fruit

[Yvonne]

Very cool. I don't think I would try to eat one of these. I love dogwood trees.

[Kerri]

Cool

[Not So Random Pics]

Love how there is just one red in the compostion, nicely framed!

[MaryBeth Dailey]

Very cool! We have different Dogwoods in GA .....they have a tiny smooth bright red berry thing

[bkb in the city]

Very cool

[elaine]

My dogwood has the same berries...but the squirrels love to eat them before they turn red! They are really pretty

[Junan Heath]

Lovely shot! The seed pods are beautiful colors and shapes!

[Pat Knowles]

We are not familiar with the Dogwood Tree in the UK unless it's known by another name but I don't recognise the rather pretty fruit.

[Catherine W.]

I'm with you...they don't look very tasty but do make a pretty pic!!!!

[KWind]

We have dogwood trees here but I've never noticed the pods. I'll have to check out my mom's next time I'm there. Great focus on your shot. I love the pink colour.

[Myrna O'Hara]

So that's what these are. Now I know. Thanks. rEally great focus.

[Vicki Dixon]

@happypat they are known for their beautiful flowers in the springtime...white and pink and a dark pink. I don't have any posted, but I know you will recognize them...

[Bonnie]

I didn't know they grew pods. There is one in the neighbors yard I will have to check it out.

[Flipside]

Very Nice - Great Color! Thanks for the Follow

[Anndee]

I didn't know that. Cool info and beautiful closeup.

[Leana Niemand]

Great shot, I don't know this tree, very interesting.

[Lisa]

I had no idea! Great capture!

[Livia]

Oooh, very interesting, I've never seen these seed pods before. They look kind of cute, especially when they're red! Cool shot!

[Bobbyj]

they look like little red mines, great shot!

[mervyn hobbs]

like this photo.

[Jennifer C]

cool, love the detail! x

[Dione Giorgio]

They look like Christmas decorations, Vicki. Lovely capture of them.

[Claire]

Just that one red seed really makes the shot, you have a great eye; lovely

[Ann Stenson]

Wonderful textures & detail in this shot Vicki! : )

[Charlene Barker]

The clarity, lighting and colors in this shot are delightful. I love all of your flower shots

[Ruth Moucharafieh]

What an interesting seed, love the colours and the detail.

[Netkonnexion]

Wow... those are funny little fruits. Cool shot.

[Tunde Linsey]

It is great, I haven't seen such fruit yet

[Chris Johnson]

I thought they were raspberries at first! What cool little plants and great job capturing their textures!

[Taephy]

They look like lychees....

[Vicki Dixon]

@tooki now that you mention it, they do...but these are small like a cherry...

[Lyn]

beautiful, Vicki. . .I saw this last night when I was simply too tired to post any more. Thanks for all of your kind words recently - so appreciated!

[Vicki Dixon]

@lyno I fully understand! you have been through so much, I hope that you are using 365 as a release and relaxation and don't add to your stress and sadness by feeling burdened to comment, etc. Prayers for you and yours!

[Sharon]

What interesting shapes and textures. It has a 'christmassy' feel to it.

[Pam]

They look like they might be tasty. They are so interesting. I love the shape and color. Great capture.

[Michelle]

Those are really neat looking. I can see a great macro happening with them!

[Meredith Jones]

So very pretty. Don't think I would eat them either.

[Princess Fairlane]

Beautiful shot!

[ClaireHiker]

Great shot - love the texture and colors!

[michelle mcintyre]

l like the seeds - they look edible ...we do have them here but l dont recall seeing them!!