When artichokes are not harvested in time, they bloom into this bright purple thistle flower.
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10 comments:
a first for me and so lovely sandy
So unusual! At least where we live. Very nice macro here.
Very beautiful image, I like this!
Lovely.
Wow, that is a wonderful flower. I love artichokes but don't think I have ever seen one bloom before. Thank you very much for sharing and have a great week.
That is so pretty, I have never seen an artichoke flower before. Lovely color.
Through Squirrel Eyes
beautiful shot, nice flower!
http://racelyn.com/2009/08/todays-flowers-53-pinkies.html
Nice bloom!
Yes they are lovely. But I prefer to eat them!
Different and wonderful this flower!
Thanks for posting for TODAY'S FLOWERS!
Luiz
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