Today I noticed how many fruiting plants were flowering.
The young grapefruit tree is blooming for the first time.
The blossom smells heavenly, just like those on the lemon tree.
The feijoa has begun to unfurl its pretty red flowers.
The thornless blackberry is covered with its pink flowers. It really seems to like the spot where it has been planted.
Last year an unseasonable frost knocked the grape back a lot. This year we are hoping for a bumper crop.
Of course, the companionable Mittens followed me everywhere.
Have a happy day 😊
Margaret xx
I bet the citrus smells heavenly. I didn't realize feijoas have such pretty flowers- i must be growing some of those. We were given a 15 litre bucket of lemons today😱 - i think it is going to be my job to work out what to do with them.
ReplyDeletePs is that Dunedin railway station at the top of the page?
ReplyDeleteYes, it is :)
DeleteLemons and blackberries! It's winter here, so this is good to see.
ReplyDeleteSo much promise to come.
ReplyDeleteThe promise of things to come! I have never heard of thornless blackberries and the grapes look bountiful!
ReplyDeleteMittens is the official inspector! It would be fun to walk around your yard...I will enjoy photos as the fruit begins to grow.
ReplyDeleteWow, look at those grapes. In fact your trees and plants look healthy and ready to give and give. Lovely
ReplyDeleteMittens thinks she’s a dog. The grape potential is impressive!
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty blooms hope you get lots of fruit!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks so healthy and thriving! I'm not fond of winter so I'm feeling envious of your Spring!!
ReplyDeleteGranny M
Our feijoas haven't flowered yet but they don't fruit until winter so that's not surprising. I have some in the freezer for my sister to eat while she is over from Aussie. What do you do with yours?
ReplyDeleteWe feast on them when they are ready! Just cut in half and scooped out and yum yum yum :)
DeleteWhen I was in Gisborne recently the citrus trees there were in bloom, and the scent was heavenly... if all the flowers bear fruit, you will have a glut come harvest :) Always a good thing to have
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Maxine