There is Something of the Marvelous by gardenfolk

There is Something of the Marvelous

In all things of nature
there is something
of the marvelous.
...Aristotle

These are magnolia seeds that are found in large cone-like fruits called follicles. My neighbor brought it over to me. The seeds were held by a tiny thread filament, when pulled, released the seed.

My neighbor knew how much I liked taking photos of the beautiful magnolia blossoms on her tree. She told me her tree was planted from a small seedling, given out at the California State Fair many years ago.

I can harvest these seeds and grow my own Southern Magnolia tree though it wouldn't be big or bloom for 15 years. But, if you've ever seen a Southern Magnolia in full bloom, you know it's worth the wait! https://365project.org/gardenfolk/365/2020-06-05

https://www.scottarboretum.org/magnolia-seed-harvesting/

https://todayshomeowner.com/how-to-grow-magnolia-trees-from-seed/

Delightful. You made me look at my own magnolia tree in a different light
December 8th, 2020  
So interesting, I have never looked at magnolias so closely before.
December 8th, 2020  
How delightful that your neighbor thought about you and gifted these special seeds to you. :)
December 8th, 2020  
Great details, interesting to see them up close.
December 8th, 2020  
A lovely closeup of this beautiful marvel of nature.
December 8th, 2020  
nice
December 8th, 2020  
Beautiful close up shot.
December 8th, 2020  
Nice close up shot.
December 8th, 2020  
Beautiful!
December 8th, 2020  
oh lovely!
December 8th, 2020  
How beautiful!!!
December 8th, 2020  
A lovely close up shot.Fav😊
December 8th, 2020  
Beautiful!
December 8th, 2020  
Wonderful still life
December 8th, 2020  
wonderful!
December 8th, 2020  
Great details and textures fav
December 9th, 2020  
That is a really beautiful fruit.
December 9th, 2020  
Great focus and colours.
December 9th, 2020  
Fantastic capture, such great detail and tones. Will have to pay more attention to the next magnolia tree I find!
December 9th, 2020  
Fav.
December 10th, 2020  
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