Thursday, July 9, 2015

Sun rose and lantana

Our pink Sun Rose and our cream Lantana are happy in the half wine barrel, which they completely cover, but it is under there some where.
I planted these two pretty plants about ten years ago and they get compliments from people walking past our home.
The Sun Rose is also known as Cistus, and the petals of the flowers are papery thin and look almost like they are made of silk. Sun Rose and Lantana do not need much water, which is good news in the drought we are having here in California.
I think the plants look like a gigantic bouquet that a giant bride could carry in a wedding ceremony.



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24 comments:

  1. DeniseJuly 9, 2015 at 7:33 AM

    Really nice, glad you shared.

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  2. LaurieJuly 9, 2015 at 9:58 AM

    How beautiful! It appears the barrel was the perfect choice, it holds them perfectly.

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  3. FlowerLady LorraineJuly 9, 2015 at 12:42 PM

    It's no wonder you get compliments on this combo, it's very pretty and they must be compatible since they've been together about 10 years.

    Have a great weekend ~ FlowerLady

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  4. Glenda/MidSouthJuly 9, 2015 at 1:27 PM

    Beautiful flowers - thanks for sharing them with us.

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  5. ~Lavender Dreamer~July 9, 2015 at 1:45 PM

    They really look pretty together! Such cheery colors. Enjoy your week sweet friend. Hugs, Diane

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  6. JoAnnJuly 9, 2015 at 1:45 PM

    Just beautiful!

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  7. HappyKJuly 9, 2015 at 3:31 PM

    The flowers are beautiful.
    I wish I could send you some of our rain. It has been raining on and off here for WEEKS. I would love to see some sun.

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  8. WandaJuly 9, 2015 at 4:36 PM

    How beautiful and pink and yellow look together with the splash of green....pretty as a picture. Sending Blessings and hugs

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  9. Carla from The RiverJuly 9, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    Beautiful! I love it, and I agree, perfect for a Bride to Be :-)
    Carla

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  10. Sr Crystal Mary LindseyJuly 10, 2015 at 5:14 AM

    I love lantana!! but it is considered a pest over here and to my astonishment, my brother pulled it all out of my front garden.. I'm glad you have yours, as it so pretty. xxx

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  11. Debby@Just BreatheJuly 10, 2015 at 8:01 AM

    Gorgeous!

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  12. LindaJuly 10, 2015 at 6:32 PM

    Just beautiful!! Lantana is one of my favorites! I have a yellow one but I like the multicolored ones best. I remember them from my childhood.....lantana, seven sister roses and honeysuckle! I have all three of these in my flower beds today!

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  13. Sunday TaylorJuly 10, 2015 at 8:10 PM

    Just lovely!

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  14. Red Rose AlleyJuly 11, 2015 at 2:38 PM

    The sun rose and lantana is beautiful, Terra. I've never seen the sun rose before, it's a bit different than the rose. And this is such a vibrant color. I can see why you have people passing by and admiring it.

    Thank you for the birthday wishes for Nel. I can't believe she's 34!

    Have a good weekend Terra.

    ~Sheri

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  15. Margaret DJuly 11, 2015 at 10:41 PM

    They are indeed colourful. I bet they look wonderful in reality, it's no wonder people comment on them as they pass by.

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  16. sweetbriardreamsJuly 12, 2015 at 6:40 AM

    Some beautiful colour here. A feast for the eyes! xx

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  17. xinexJuly 14, 2015 at 4:07 AM

    These are so beautiful, Terra. Our lantana bushes in Natchez are probably blooming right now too. Thanks for stopping by, always love having you around....Christine

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  18. bibliophiliacJuly 15, 2015 at 8:49 AM

    Beautiful! I live in a second-floor apartment, but I have my little potted garden. Flowers just lift my spirits.

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  19. AnonymousJuly 15, 2015 at 8:17 PM

    Lantana! I've often wondered about that flower--never knew the name of it before. Thank you!

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  20. Red Rose AlleyJuly 18, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    Terra, thank you for your comment today. I just added you to the list on my post, my friend.

    love, ~Sheri

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  21. Ronda@islandmotherJuly 18, 2015 at 6:06 PM

    They are beautiful! I like drought tolerant flowers and I don't have either of these. I'm off to do a google search. Thank you for sharing.

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  22. PattyJuly 23, 2015 at 6:14 AM

    They are beautiful flowers, can see why you get compliments from people passing by.

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  23. DebbieJuly 24, 2015 at 4:18 PM

    they are beautiful and how wonderful that they brighten the days of so many!!!

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  24. sandyAugust 28, 2015 at 1:15 PM

    Another bush I grew several of before moving to the mountains - ....lantana - a favorite in my garden years ago. LOVE them.

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