Janet Brien's photos with the keyword: dogwood

Did you know that the "petals" you see here aren't actually petals as botanists define them? They are actually called "bracts", and the flowers themselves are the cluster in the very center! I took this picture a few years ago when on a bike ride with my husband.

Spring in southern Oregon is a sight to behold, and some of the showiest flowers are the dogwoods. Here is a glimpse of a few branches from a tree in full bloom. They are breathtaking!! I captured these beauties a few years ago when I was on a bike ride with my husband in the Applegate Valley! :)

In 2013, Steve and I cycled almost every weekend with a local group that went on rides all over southern Oregon. I always took my camera and whenever we took breaks, I could be found creeping around with my camera and having a glorious time! Our springs are incredible here, and for the first time in my life, I got to see magnolia trees in bloom. I wasn't prepared for the dozens of species that have been planted here, and oh the flowers!! INCREDIBLE! So many colors, different shapes and sizes of blossoms...what a treat to capture them! I found this pink magnolia image just yesterday. It makes me so happy to give the proper attention to it, and to share with all of you! :) Thanks to all of you who properly identified tthis flower as a DOGWOOD! :D I thought it was a Magnolia! :D

Photographed on the Rogue Gorge Trail, near Union Creek, Southern Oregon