Trillium is a plant that produces a single flower with three petals ( see more here: wikipedia ). In Michigan there are eight varieties (of the nine to occur in North America and Asia). Trillium are usually protected in the wild in Michigan (Michigan Trillium Protection ), but can be purchased from a garden store for home planting. It is exciting to see them growing in the wild. Enjoy!

Woods of Trillium

White

Magenta? Pink?

Profile

Rare Purple

(and my random mind). These images are from my recent Hidden Lake Gardens visit. Photography is very subjective. These images caught my eye for various reasons The water lily was gorgeous; especially with flash lighting. The purple cactus image had both pop and curvy lines. The water spoke to me of serenity and satisfied thirsts. How do these photos speak to you?

Water Lily

Cactus

Water and Wood

Yesterday, friend Pat and I spent some time at Hidden Lake Gardens near Tecumseh, Michigan. One of the first parking spots you come to (among many in the winding miles of roads) plays host to hosta of seemingly every variety and size. I hope you can get a glimpse of this hosta heaven from these images.

Hosta 101

Core

Dew Slide

Edges

Sunshine, Shadow, and Dew

Fire escapes offer some attractive shadow possibilities in addition to the lines and curves. Here are three images from Friday.

Curves, Lines, and Shadows

Escape Advertising

Escape Up

Not maize and blue! These images are from the less public sides of two Jackson, MI businesses.

Here are a few more images from last weeks photo safari into the wilds of Michigan.

Passing Storm

Dandelion Bouquet

Spike and Wood

Hold That Line

Nature’s Counterattack