Columbine

I am always amazed at the intricacies of nature.  Flowers that have multiple colorations, like someone painted them that way, are the biggest mystery.  I think it's cool.  And the more vivid the colors, the wilder it gets.

"Columbine"      © Kathy Dunham 2011

New Growth

The greens of nature take on many different shades but the greens of new growth are always fresh and clean.  They almost speak a different language in the world of plants.  Older growth greens just don't seep to carry the excitement of the new stuff.

"New Growth"      © Kathy Dunham 2010

Colorado State Flower

I am always amazed at nature's palette.  How does she do it?  And do it so well.  The other thing that is so cool about plants is the variety of unique shapes.  Look at the the long purple extensions and the deep "wells" on each petal. 

"Colorado State Flower"   © Kathy Dunham 2010