Anemone coronaria “Blue Poppy”, Getty Center, Los Angeles, California [Photography]

A vibrant purple anemone flower is the focal point, surrounded by a softly blurred garden backdrop. The bloom features delicate, layered petals with a gradient of deep purple at the outer edges transitioning to lighter lavender near the center. At its core, a dark purple disc encircles numerous fine stamens. The background consists of lush green foliage with various leaf shapes, including some with serrated edges, and earthy soil beneath. A slender green stem supports the flower, rising from the garden bed.</p></p></p>

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Iris in the neighborhood

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I needed to go to the drugstore yesterday to pick up some pills — one of the first times I’ve been on a walk in a long time — and spotted this lovely dark iris in the neighbors yard. It was good to be out looking for photos again.

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A Bit of Blue in the Garden

A Bit of Blue in the Garden

A Bit of Blue in the Garden

Unsure of what this Flower/plant is. Perhaps a buddelia? Can you identify? Help me out in the comments. 

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