mutation
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White Variant Of Bluebonnet
Bluebonnets in the wild are typically blue. However, genetic variations can occasionally occur that cause the flowers to be pale blue, white, or pink. I have so many bluebonnets here this year that it is perhaps not surprising to see one such variant in my collection — this one has white flowers. In general, color Continue reading
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Color Variation
I have so many Firewheel aka Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella) here that it doesn’t surprise me to find some mutations here and there. As an example, the pale flower in the center of the above photo was the only one on its plant with that coloration, which looks as if it’s missing some yellow pigment. Continue reading
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Conjoined Flowers
This conjoined flower caught my eye, and of course I had questions. Is this common? What causes it? First, the plant is a volunteer sunflower, I believe perhaps a Cucumberleaf Sunflower (Helianthus debilis). I have several of them here, and they grow to about 3-4 feet tall. They are also called Beach Sunflowers, and although Continue reading
About Me
Nature Lover.
Inquisitive Observer.
Student Gardener.
I invite you to join me on my journey to convert my sterile (from a nature point of view) new house lot to a healthy and diverse ecosystem, as I make discoveries, mistakes, and hopefully progress. I am not an expert or professional. The project started in February 2023 and the location is Seguin, Texas, USA.
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