A couple more Tulip Magnolia Blossoms–these types of blooms always seem to be in a bit of disarray.
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Middleton Place, Charleston, SC
February 10, 2022
Tulip Magnolias, Finger Petals
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Tulip Magnolias, Many Style Blossoms, 2022
Tulip Magnolias I’ve seen from a distance have been pretty spectacular again this year but the trees I’ve gotten close to don’t seem as robust.
However, there have been some lovely individual blooms.
And there are quite a few blossom styles showing off.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston, SC
February 15 and 20, 2022
Tulip Magnolias, Many Style Blossoms
I’ve mention that the Tulip Magnolias have put on a spectacular display this year unspoiled by frosty nights. They have been blooming for weeks and with no leaves yet on the trees the blossoms really stand out.
Next is another close up version of the flower from my post Tulip Magnolia Blossom, Very Large.
I don’t recall seeing this next type before with so many petals, almost like a daisy.
This one reminds me of a teacup, and another one that I wished I could have gotten up above for an interior shot.
This next one is prettier before it fully opens. I generally see this style more bedraggled looking.
Lastly, a yet unfurled blossom, showing off a gorgeous magenta exterior, a color I remember fondly from my childhood along with the Crayola 64 Box. I just looked Crayola up to ensure I remembered correctly and find you can now get a full box of 12 of the same color. Who knew?
Tulip Magnolia Blossom, Very Large
This blossom was easily the size of a dinner plate, just huge. I would have liked a step stool for a better look!
Update:
At Hans Wikström’s suggestion below I’ve cropped re-edited to show off the bee’s shadow. This is less than 10% of the original photo, which I normally don’t do but think it works here. Thank you, Hans!
Tulip Magnolia Blossom
Tulip Magnolia Blossom
The color of the Tulip Magnolia Blossoms often outshines their mis-shapen form.
Tulip Magnolias in Bloom
It’s not yet spring, but Tulip Magnolias started blooming throughout the greater Charleston, SC area at the end of January.
We had a few days in the high 70s (around 25 C) last week and the blossoms popped out like crazy.
The daytime temperatures have since dropped back to more seasonable mid 60s (15C). I’d like to think we’re past having an overnight freeze, which would turn these beauties into black disappointment. However, two years ago we had a hard frost at the end of March so I won’t hold my breath.
