Red Mexican Zinnia

Posted by Ellie
Red Mexican Zinnia

Red Mexican Zinnia

I don’t know about you, but I think of a crown when I look at this flower with the bee. There is no necklace on this but those rich red petals look like a ruff. Then there are the little gold spikes surrounding a red velvet centre where the bee sits, like a jewel. These natural sights are more precious than any real crowns, at least to me, because they are freely available to be sown and grown for all to admire, rich or poor. As so many plants, they are members of the Aster family, perfect for World Wide Aster Day on this last day of October. I was looking at seeds for zinnias last night (yes, I plan to grow my own next year if I can) and the choices are bewildering! How is it possible to avoid bankruptcy when you see all the possibilities? I’m rambling now, so I will let you all get on with your day with the thought of this lovely flower and its bee. I wish you all a richly happy WWAD, my friends. View all posts on the Home page.  A Flower a Day #414

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