Oceanspray, Holodiscus discolor
I've heard this bush referred to as "ironwood". This is because the wood is apparently very hard and strong. Native Americans used the stems to make digging sticks, bows and arrows, harpoons, spears, and more.
Oceanspray is one of my favorite shrubs. From a distance, the flower bunches are a white blur. When you look closer, however, the individual flowers are spectacular little explosions of beauty.
These little fireworks are perfect for the 4th of July season, aren't they?
Oh, they are lovely--is that the flowering shrub we used to call Fairy's Lace?
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful photos--It really does look like ocean spray. These photos just fill my eyes, Sissy.
They sure are gorgeous and they just pop when I look at them, Clytie
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Oh this is simply stunning! i love the softness...which is ironic considering you're saying it's referred to as iron wood! heheee...
ReplyDeletethe colouring of the photos is a delicious and inspiring shade of blue green! terrific!
ciao bella
creative carmelina
I like these a lot.there's a nice fairytale feel to them, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAmazing beauty!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous..Loved the green shades!!
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