puya mirabilis
The Puya mirabilis that began flowering last Sunday is already on it’s last bloom. While three posts seems a bit overkill on the subject I still feel it’s worth documenting as it’s display of blooms seems a rare occurrence up north. Although these flowers were somewhat subtle in their attraction, each flower lasting no more then 30hrs once open, the experience was worthwhile. The short amount of time adds to it’s obsurity and encourages one to “stop and smell the roses” and appreciate the show on display.
“PUYA MIRABILIS IN TOWN FOR 1 WEEK ONLY, VICTORIA B.C.”
These plants will be the end of me, but for now, MORE PHOTOS!
Excited to try my hand at growing puya from fresh seeds. More plant science to come.
As luck has had it, the Puya mirabilis that I found yesterday bloomed it’s very first day in the back grotto. The timing is uncanny and it seems like a gift to a rather impatient person. This plant has won me over, what unusual green blooms it has. Simply Amazing!
