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Friday, August 30, 2013

Night Blooming Cactus in Stages


top right square is Wed at 3 PM I counted the buds that looked like they would bloom that night, took a photo at 3 pm, again at 8 and it was just about to pop... since we go to bed so early, I got the bloom at 7 am on Thursday.



Above 3 buds about to POP in the evening and 3 AFTER the POP... We had 48 blooms today, and 2 days before 20... they just amaze me so much I have to show them over and over. these are my first photos of them about to bloom

 Shooting straight up over my head is hard.


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29 comments:

  1. Betty ManousosAugust 30, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    just beautiful!

    terrific shots as usual.

    have a great day!~

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  2. Patrycja (photoopassion)August 30, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    Very nice and interesting post.
    And a nice atmosphere to your blog.
    Have a nice day! Greetings!

    Patricia & Daniel

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  3. GailAugust 30, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    I wish our climate would allow this beauty.

    But my photography doesn't hold a candle to yours. Great job.

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  4. AnonymousAugust 30, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Incredible photos.

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  5. Kim@stuffcould....August 30, 2013 at 9:05 AM

    Amazing flower

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  6. Coloring Outside the LinesAugust 30, 2013 at 9:19 AM

    Nice shots Sandra- such a beaut...I would be watching them all the time.

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  7. LCAugust 30, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    I am so glad you revisit the recurrence of this spectacular nature show in Florida's esteemed Sandra-Bob Botanical Gardens!

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  8. TexWisGirlAugust 30, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    they really are so cool.

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  9. SusannahAugust 30, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    I am so happy that you continue to show these night blooming cacti every year. These shots are spectacular. The flowers are so beautiful. You could teach photography classes, Sandra!

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  10. Marie August 30, 2013 at 12:30 PM

    I LOVE these! They're definitely a favorite for me. :) Do you think they would live in NC? So beautiful!

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  11. troutbirderAugust 30, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    I've got a white one night bloomer. You gotta be alert to get a picture as they don't last long...:)

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  12. Cranberry MorningAugust 30, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    Just beautiful! and exciting! So after they bloom, how long does the blossom last?

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  13. My Mind's EyeAugust 30, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    that is one smart plant and still very amazing at how it does that. I know it is all in the sun but still one of God's miracles.
    Hugs madi your BFFF

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  14. UnknownAugust 30, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    These are lovely and great to see the different stages pictures. Hope you've had a good week, mine has been a bit crazy. So glad it's the weekend yeyyy

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  15. DebAugust 30, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    so much better than watching TV...

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  16. MichaeleAugust 30, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    So neat! Love how you use the term POP.

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  17. Ruth HiebertAugust 30, 2013 at 5:02 PM

    These are fascinating.

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  18. AnnAugust 30, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    They are so pretty. I can certainly understand why you would want to keep taking their pictures. So fascinating too.

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  19. DeeAugust 30, 2013 at 7:05 PM

    Nice job Sandra...think you for being such a committed photographer. I would never get to see them bloom with out you...beautiful.

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  20. Beatrice P. BoydAugust 30, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    great photo subjects, Sandra, and enjoyed seeing the various stages too.

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  21. SquirrelQueenAugust 30, 2013 at 9:23 PM

    They are gorgeous in all stages. I love them in full bloom against the morning sky.

    Do you have a reclining lawn chair? Put it under the tree and be comfortable.

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  22. GeorgeAugust 30, 2013 at 10:17 PM

    I never get tired of seeing your pictures of these beautiful blossoms. I really like your time-sequence collage.

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  23. Cheryl @ TFDAugust 30, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    You did a great job shooting over your head. These are beautiful!

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  24. EG CameraGirlAugust 31, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    That's so special, Sandra!

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  25. RoeHAugust 31, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    So pretty!

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  26. Chatty CroneAugust 31, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    I think I remember these unusual flowers from last year. They are weird but pretty. sandie

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  27. Debby@Just BreatheAugust 31, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    Great pictures, I just love them!

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  28. MersadSeptember 1, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    Stunning captures. Must have been hard to wait for them to bloom.

    Mersad
    Mersad Donko Photography

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  29. RoseSeptember 2, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    they are just so interesting, how could you not take photos!

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