Blossoms Before Leaves

That's one of the reasons I love Dogwood trees. I find it is so very unusual that they put forth a lovely, long-lasting blossom BEFORE they've put out their leaves. And a bonus: those green buds turn into vivid red-orange seeds in the Fall, providing more seasonal beauty, AND, food for Squirrels and birds. Oops, almost forgot to mention that in the Fall, the leaves turn a beautiful brick-red. A Tree for all seasons. :-)))))

[Melanie Savage]

Sounds like the perfect all rounder!! Hope your well Leslie :)

[Shirley]

love Dogwood.........in all its colors!

[Leslie Manna]

@melaniesavage Thank you for stopping by Melanie; yes, I am well, as well as tremendously busy. All my best, Les

[Leslie Manna]

@mjmaven Much appreciated Shirley; hope to be catching up. Take care, Les

[Netkonnexion]

Thats pretty. Nicely done. I like that the branch is on an angle... more dynamic that way.

[Robin]

Yes, dogwoods are lovely and you've captured their lovely blossoms perfectly.

[bkb in the city]

Very nice shot. You did a great job capturing them

[Cindy Rez]

Pretty shot ...my dogwood is lasting along time this year!

[Leslie Manna]

@netkonnexion Thank you Damon; "dynamic" -- I LIKE it. :-)) Take care, Les

[Leslie Manna]

@girlie Lots of thanks Robin..........Take good care, les

[Leslie Manna]

@cindyrez Thanks for stopping Cindy.........This Dogwood was brutally damaged in Oct. during "Epic Storm Alfred". Half of the entire tree was completely sheared off by a nearby tree that came crashing down. The blossoms were few, kind of "enemic", and didn't last long. ut at least ti survived!! (Happy, Happy, Happy smile) All my best, Les

[Leslie Manna]

@bkbinthecity Lots of thanks Bob..Take good care, Les