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More signs of Spring

Our earliest spring violet. Marsh Violet (Viola palustris). Though it looks white, it is usually described as being purple to blue. These guys have just a touch of purple.
Viola palustris

The native Red-flowering currant (Ribes sanguineum) is a welcome sight in the early spring. Nothing brightens up a day better than these pretty red blooms.
Red Flowering Currant

Another early spring bloomer is Winter Hazel. Bare stems with bright yellow flowers and red stamens make a striking statement in the garden.
WInter Hazel

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    March 21st, 2007 at 12:58 | #1

    Lovely pictures — nice close-up work! Thanks for sharing.

  2. March 21st, 2007 at 14:52 | #2

    Stunning, just stunning photograpy. Makes me want to head for the hills with my camera and see what is going on up there. Love visiting your blog, there is always something different!

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    March 21st, 2007 at 18:56 | #3

    Beautiful pics! It must truly be spring in your area. Here in Michigan we have just seen the snow melt. I know that spring is on its way because we have now entered the ’season of mud.’

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  5. March 27th, 2007 at 07:43 | #5

    how beautiful. I really love the currant and the winter hazel.
    Isn’t amazing how much variation in flower color their can be in a species. White violets seem like such a rarity.

  6. April 1st, 2007 at 00:12 | #6

    Just beautiful- especially the currant.

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