[dropcap]It’s[/dropcap] Autumn and other than the evidently cooler/wetter change, it’s also Magnolia grandiflora season on the east coast of Australia. They’re such wonderful/beautiful plants not to mention ornamental/decorative, symbolic and popular. They make great landscaping trees and can often be found as the centrepiece in front gardens or lining the side of streets/roads if you drive around town or the suburbs. If you get a chance to visit the beautiful town of Berry, you’ll see them flourishing/blooming in full glory atm in the heart of town.
They’re not an Aussie native. But some cultivars such as ‘Little Gem’ have certainly been welcomed with open/loving arms. And they appear to grow/fit in so well in our environment. They’re native to the Southeastern United States where they grow as large trees. They have glossy green and copper leaves and grand/giant fragrant white blooms. The perfume of the flowers is deliciously intoxicating with heady notes of lemon/citrus and other. Simply stunning! I dream of having an old/tall Magnolia grandiflora tree growing in the yard one day, with perhaps a swing and/or cubby. How fab would that be? They’re definitely one of my favourite plants/flowers atm. I adore the flowers so much that I’ve written a haiku poem about them, from a Sydneysider’s perspective. I hope you like it. Have a happy/safe and productive week all. smile
Magnolia grandiflora – Haiku
March moon, morning moth
White wings work witching wonder
Magic, mystery, mum.
Cynthia and Pet
Simply delightful Ngeun! The haiku is as mysterious and as beautiful as the magnolias themselves. They are such a beautiful flower. What a wonderful gift from the abundant universe. Once again your appreciation of the beauty and magnificence of this earth is so very inspiring Ngeun. It keeps things in perspective for us both on a weekly basis and we so very much cherish your pure and dignified posts. Indeed, you are very much like the magnolia yourself. Thanks very much for your wonderful post Ngeun!
Cynthia and Petal xx
Ngeun
Thank you my darling Cynthia & Petal. So glad you enjoyed the post and haiku. Yes, Magnolia grandiflora are truly special and beautiful flowers. We are very lucky indeed to be able to enjoy them. <3
David
The magnolia is just gorgeous and, mentioned on Instagram, I love your haiku. Have a lovely week!
Ngeun
Thanks very much David. And the same to you. :)