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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Eschscholzia californica, the California poppy, golden poppy, Mexican poppy, California sunlight or cup of gold, is a species of flowering plant in the family Papaveraceae, native to the United States and Mexico

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Rosa banksiae, common names Lady Banks' rose, or just Banks' rose, is a species of flowering plant in the rose family, native to central and western China at altitudes of 500–2,200 m (1,600–7,200 ft).[3] The rose is named for Dorothea Lady Banks

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Nuccio's Gem Camellia, Sparkling white, formal, double blooms contrast well with the glossy, dark green foliage.

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Paperwhite narcissus (Narcissus papyraceus) is a fragrant, bulbous plant known for its clusters of white flowers,

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

A jade plant (Crassula ovata) is a long-lived succulent known for its thick, woody stems and fleshy, oval leaves

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

The Thanksgiving cactus (Schlumbergera truncata) is a popular tropical cactus known for its vibrant flowers that bloom around Thanksgiving (mine is just after Christmas)

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 20/12/2025

7 moths progress, still a couple blooms in late December on my Bougainvillea, a vibrant, thorny vine or shrub known for its colorful, papery bracts (modified leaves) that surround small, inconspicuous flowers, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, and requiring minimal water once established🌱

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

The Sango Kaku Japanese maple, named for "coral towers", is known for its vibrant coral-red bark in winter, which can intensify to a fluorescent salmon color. In spring, it produces chartreuse green leaves, and in fall, the foliage turns a brilliant yellow

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

The Orangeola Japanese Maple is a compact, weeping tree known for its vibrant foliage throughout the seasons

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Bass Lake , California. John Muir Trail.

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

I honestly don’t remember this one’s name. I also have it in pink and supposedly a yellow that’s never bloomed.

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

The Crimson Queen Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Crimson Queen') is a dwarf, weeping tree known for its red laceleaf foliage and cascading branches. It's a popular choice for landscaping due to its compact size

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Ornithogalum dubium, also known as the Sun Star or Orange Star, is a bulbous perennial from South Africa that produces bright orange, star-shaped flowers in late winter or spring. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Clivia miniata, is a flowering plant known for its large clusters of vibrant orange trumpet-shaped flowers and dark green, strap-like leaves. It is native to southern Africa and is popular as a houseplant or an outdoor plant in mild climates, but requires care like dappled to deep shade

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Hellebores are evergreen perennials known for their winter and early spring blooms, belonging to the buttercup family. They are native to Europe and Asia and are popular for their hardiness, deer resistance, and ability to thrive in shady, woodland gardens. Common name Lenten rose

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Azaleas are a type of flowering shrub known for their attractive blooms in spring, and are part of the Rhododendron genus

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

The term "irrodies" is likely a misspelling or misinterpretation of "iris," "dianthus," or "Flora" (or the Greek Chloris), which are all flowers with mythological connections to deities. The iris flower is named for the Greek goddess of the rainbow. Deites iridoidies

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Cyclamen are flowering plants that grow from a tuber and are known for their heart-shaped leaves and butterfly-like flowers in shades of pink, red, and white. They prefer cool temperatures and bright, indirect light

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Ivy geranium (Pelargonium peltatum) is a trailing plant known for its ivy-like leaves and prolific blooms, commonly used in hanging baskets and window boxes

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Clematis, a group of flowering vines known for their bell-shaped, often nodding flowers. These plants are popular for their attractive blooms, which can range in color from purple to pink to white

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Platycodon grandiflorus, commonly known as the balloon flower, is a perennial plant prized for its unique, balloon-like buds that open into star-shaped, bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, pink, and white. Native to East Asia

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Pincushion" can refer to two different plants: Scabiosa, also called pincushion flower, and Leucospermum, known as pincushion protea

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Beardtongues are a genus of flowering plants called Penstemon, known for their tubular, two-lipped flowers and a distinctive, often hairy, sterile stamen that resembles a beard. These plants are popular in gardens for their showy blooms, which attract pollinators like bees and hummingbirds.

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Argyranthemum, commonly known as the Marguerite daisy, is a daisy-like flowering plant that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is a popular choice for beds, borders, and containers, blooming prolifically throughout the season.

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Magnolia ‘Tinker bell grows to a moderate height of 10 to 15 feet, with a narrow spread of 4 to 6 feet, making it an ideal choice for ornamental planting.

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

The Royal Star Magnolia is a compact, fast-growing tree or shrub known for its fragrant, star-shaped white flowers that bloom in early spring

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Magnolia 'Alexandrina', also known as the saucer magnolia, is a deciduous flowering tree or shrub with showy, fragrant blooms

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Richie @richielm.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

The Magnolia 'Sunsation', also known as the Sunshine Magnolia, is a deciduous tree known for its large, fragrant, yellow flowers that bloom in mid to late spring

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