Sunset Rose

The hour before sunset is always a pleasant time of the day and today was no exception.  I happened to be at the Empire Polo Grounds in Indio, CA and spent some time enjoying the roses in the beautiful maintained rose garden next to the polo fields.  I find that the late afternoon sun makes the colors of the petals come alive.

"Sunset Rose"       © Kathy Dunham 2011

Morning Dewdrops

The kiss of dewdrops always adds a sparkle to petals.  Almost like having diamonds sprinkled by Mother Nature.

"Morning Dewdrops"      © Kathy Dunham 2011

Waves of Petals

I never realized that rose petals resemble a cresting wave.  And this rose in full bloom is loaded.  A regular tempest of a storm type of waves.  "Batten down the hatches".

"Waves of Petals"   © Kathy Dunham 2010

Just Sprinkled

It was the middle of the day but the roses had just received a sprinkling to cool them off in the warm Santa Barbara afternoon.  Each water drop looks like a sparkling diamond waiting to be admired. 

"Just Sprinkled"    © Kathy Dunham 2010

Tea Rose

I love the opening buds on tea roses.  There's something elegant about them.  The elongated shape with gently curling petals makes a dramatic statement.  Some poeple like floribunda roses, others like the old style roses and some prefer clilmbing roses.  There are plenty of choices and I'm sure there's a rose for you.

"Tea Rose"    © Kathy Dunham 2010