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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Celosia, a feathery cockscomb or woolflower. Since planted it has really spread put. #Photography #Gardens #ColorADay #PinkMon #Art #ECK

They remind me of pom poms. Fluffy loves

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Newly emerging Monstera leaf (commonly called a Swiss cheese plant) in the process of unfurling, covered in glistening water droplets. 🌱 #Undulating #Gardens #BlueSkyArtShow #ECK #Photography

Monstera section in our garden are so big... I love our amazon area.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Greetings 🤗 Tropical Milkweed (Asclepias Curassavica) Always happy to see seeds. Can't wait to see where they decide to bless the garden. 🌱 #ECK #Gardens #Photography #Nature

Reliable food source for adult butterflies and bees from spring until frost.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Meet my garden companion. It decided to hang out with me everywhere I roamed our garden. Thank you little love! 🐝🌱 Happy Thursday #Bee #Insects #Gardens #Photography #Pollinators

Bee companion drinking as needed. True special moments like this bring huhe smiles on my face.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Climbing Vines Sunday My climbing vines florals aree gone, until next year. 🌱 #Gardens #Photography #Art #Nature #ECK #Stunday Sunday Greetings 💚💚💚

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Check out my side view. It's either a raven or american grow. What do you think? #Birds #Gardens #California #Nature #Black #ECK #Photography

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Lantana Bright yellow, clustered flower heads. They're in front of lemon tree and now reach 2 1/2 feet high. Didn't flower much this year. Think it's spending time spreading. #Photography #Gardens #Stunday #Plants #Flowers #ECK

Thrives in full sun, highly tolerant of heat and drought, and acts as a magnet for pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Lily Show Tuesday Our garden blessings. They're popping up and can't wait for all of them to bloom. A nice notice for the day. Thank you nature. #Flowers #Gardens #photography

Another find, don't know what color this will be. Forgot, planted last year.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Happy Fungi Friday Cluster of pale, yellowish, gelatinous or lobed fungal fruiting bodies emerging from damp wood chips and organic debris. Found in my garden close to eucalyptus tree. This is a first for me. Fungi friends please identify. #Fungi #Gardens #Nature #Photography

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Pierre de Ronsard (also known as 'Eden') climbing roses. These lovies are actually still blooming. Unusual due to it being the first time in 10 years. Grateful 💚 Thank you garden #Roses #Gardens #Photography #ECK #Stunday

They are well-known for being prolific bloomers that can thrive even in challenging soil conditions.The delicate coloration and dense, cabbage-like bloom shape make them a popular choice for romantic garden settings.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Saturday Greetings While gardening this love came out of the herbal and rose area. Tons of new babies this year. Very exciting. California Alligator Lizard (Elgaria multicarinata), #Photography #ECK #Lizard #Nature #Gardens

These lizards inhabit diverse environments, including forests, brushy areas, and urban gardens, where they often bask near water.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Running Tree Photo taken from the road. Tree depicting action. #Imagination #Photography #Nature #Trees #ECK

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

White African Iris (Dietes Grandiflora or Dietes Iridioides) Greetings Saw this on the side of a building. Had to capture it's elegant features. #FLOWERS #Nature #ECK #Blooms #Photography

Flowers resemble butterflies and thrive in full sun to partial shade

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Natchez Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia 'Natchez'), a cultivar known for its abundant white flower panicles and dark green foliage. #Trees #Photography #Flowers #Nature TUESDAY BLOSSOMS

The plant is adaptable to various soil types but requires well-draining soil to thrive.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

The Stand Alone Photographed from my favorite spont, passenger seat. Trees are glorious. This tree is among friends. #Tree #Nature #Earth #Photography #Appreciation Happy Friday 👋

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Two Blackbirds on a light fixture. Coming from the library, I noticed these two lovies. #Birds #Photography #ECK #Monochrome #Art ##Nature

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NatIsArt.bsky.social @natisart.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Anyone traveling 5 freeway BRUSH FIRE 🔥 PLEASE BE SAFE. We just drove past it driving into it. #Fire #California

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Ivy Geraniums (Pelargonium Peltatum) specifically varieties like 'Ivy League Light Lavender or Precision Dark Lavender'. So proud of their growth and gifts. #Flowers #Blooms #Photography #ECK #Lavender

Commonly grown in baskets or containers and are known for their trailing habit and ease of care.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Bird photo in crayon 🖍. Traveling last week and observed these two high above the trees. #Photography #Birds #Art #Nature #Birdwatching #ECk #California

House Finches Diaries
Shot taken in Cali

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Friday Greetings 👋 Oso Easy Urban Legend Roses, a type of shrub rose known for its true red color and resistance to disease. #Roses #Flowers #Photography #Gardens #Red #ECK

They thrive in full sun and can reach approximately 3 feet in height and width at maturity

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Homegrown citronella are extremely tall. Such a lovely scent. I've propagated many and they are spread throughout the garden. Happy Thursday ☺️ #Gardens #Photography #Nature #Green #Plants #Herbs

It thrives in partial to full sun and well-draining soil, making it a popular choice for containers and patio decoration.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Friday Greetings 👋 Did some gardening yesterday, very little. So excited to be greeted by my hummers. Propagated these herbs during healing and rehabilitation. Chrysanthemums, lavender, rosemary and basil. 😀 I miss frolicking in the garden. #Herbs #Propagating #Gardening #Photography

Home grown herbs propagated indoors then put in soil yesterday.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Tropical Milkweed or Blood Flower (Asclepias Curassavica). Planted these last year and they are so tall now. Yay! Oh and I ventured in the garden yesterday! Slowly but surely I'll be able to garden for hours again. Healing slow & steady. 🙂 #Flowers #Photography #Nature #Gardens #ECK #California

Attracts pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds with its multi-colored blooms.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Sunday Greetings Cooked some patai noodles, veggies and tofu 😋. 🍜🍵🍲 #FoodSky #Cooking #Veggies #Fresh #Photography

First time cooking tofu. Tuned out good. Got a thumbs up from family.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

The Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing is scheduled to officially open on December 2, 2026. Once a week we pass it. #Photography #ECK #California #NATURE

I would love to have a camera sighting here at night.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

My two precious indoor tomatoes. Planted Micro Greens three day ago and they are already saying hello. Yay! #indoorgardens #Gardening #Photography #Greens #Healthy

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

Black bird with nesting materials. That's a lot in one beak. #Birds #Photography #ECK #California

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia Maritima). Dense clusters of small, fragrant, 4-petaled flowers, often described as having a honey-like scent. Peace be with you. #Flowers #Bloomscrolling #Photography #ECk #California #Art #Nature

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Cooked for the first time in months due to foot recovery. Pasta with pesto sauce, onions, parsley, bellpeppers, green onions. It was hard to stand for a bit but got through it. One thing at a time. Oh, I sprinkled cayenne pepper to top it off. #Food #Photography #recoveryfood #gluten-free #Feast

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

A tribute and appreciation for tree bark. Had physical therapy today for my feet and was blessed to view this natural wonder. #Photography #tree #bark #Nature #Eastcoastkin #Art

I'm not sure but this could be a pepper tree. Taken in California.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

White Rose The weather of a rose brings another reborn. I find it remarkably interesting . #Rose #Flower #Garden #Photography #Eastcoastkin #Blossoms

Front garden death to be reborn. The intricacies, gorgeous.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Mexican Tulip Poppy (Hunnemannia Fumariifolia). Visiting another Arboretum here in California last year. 🌱 #Flowers #Gardens #Beauty #Nature #Yellow #Photography

California Arboretum visit. Forgot I had this one.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

SUPPORT We all need support at one point or more and that is okay. #Photography #Symbolism #Art #Creative #Objects

Ankle foot support photo. Finding things that can be looked at with a different perspective.

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Stone Swirls These are stones of many colors. I have many natural stones that are turned into jewelry. A fun hobby. #Stones #Photography #Nature #Art

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

My mom made me a nice lunch/ dinner. I only eat two meals a day. Potatoes and broccoli. #Meals #Vegan #Photo #Potatoes #Broccoli #Cooking #Culinary

Vegan meal
Broccoli, onions, mushrooms, bellpeppers

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Dark-eyed Junco (Junco Hyemalis), small sparrow commonly found in North America. #Birds #Garden #Animals #Photography #Feasting

Always a joy see them visit our garden. Primarily ground feeders that hop around bases of trees and lawns searching for fallen seeds. California pic..

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

This is not spring weather 😑 😒! Not looking forward to summer. More fires, more fires, more fires. Insurance companies are increasing rates and making it difficult. #weather #Spring #California #ClimateChange #Photo

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Dominique Manou @dominiquemanou.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

African Daisy (Osteospermum). Originally from southern Africa, they thrive in sunny, well-drained locations. #Flowers #Gardens #Photography #Stunday #ECK #PhotographersOnBlueSky

Photo taken at California Arboretum. Love the variety of flowers and trees there. I didn't want to leave.

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