Dwarf Dogwood
Dwarf Dogwood and ferns, Chugach National Forest, Alaska.
I love the look of plants when they first emerge in spring. Not only do they have wonderful, rich greens, but their leaves are still in perfect condition. Soon, the effects of wind, rain and insects will take their toll.
I shouldn’t be talking about new plant life in the second week of July, but after a snowy winter, and a very cool spring and summer - well everything is running late this year. We have only had a couple of days this year where the daytime high exceeded 60, and some days in June that didn’t break 50. I’m sure the plants don’t realize its summer!
Here are more Chugach National Forest photos.
July 10th, 2008 at 7:30 am
Great composition!
July 10th, 2008 at 9:11 am
Man you have good weather Ron. The picture is even better. Awesome composition. those ferns frame the flower perfectly.
July 10th, 2008 at 9:30 am
The raindrop on the leaf is really pretty. Great photo!!
July 10th, 2008 at 9:11 pm
Thanks for the comments.
Wow Richard, you really don’t like heat do you!
Ron
July 10th, 2008 at 10:59 pm
You’re right Ron, if I could control the weather, I’d just skip summer in California.