Janet Brien's photos with the keyword: Stringflower

It's a rare Stringflower blossom that's high enough off the ground that I can get a picture like this! These flowers usually grow only an inch or two off the ground, so this was a very nice surprise! I am in love with this gorgeous flower, and last year I went crazy taking pictures! If you would like to see more pictures, please click on this link! Janet's Stringflower Pictures

I was prowling around looking for this flower for weeks before it finally bloomed, and when it did, I went crazy taking pictures because I love it so much! Growing only a few inches tall, this gorgeous flower features blossoms about 1" in diameter, and as you can see from my images, the color ranges from pink-pearl white to blushing pink and the petals can vary in arrangement as well. (Apparently it can be white and purple as well in some places) Stringflowers are native to western Oregon and northwestern California and grow in shady forests where it likes partial sun. You may see the similarity to carnations, as this flower is also in that family! The name "Stringflower" is given for one species which has white petals divided into four narrow, string-like lobes. (I found a very nice example of a white Stringflower on Flickr, thanks to Angelique Eeek ) If you would like more information about this flower, Wiki has a source here: Wiki: Stringflower (Silene hookeri)

(I've made this one public so people can get a better look, thank you so much for your wonderful comments!!)