Golden Trumpets

Even the bees are enjoying the beauty of these Angel's Trumpets at the Los Angeles Arboretum.  The Sunset demonstration garden has huge trees of this unique flower that hangs upside down.  One of the beauties of this relative of the "Jimson Weed" is that only at night, when the temperatures cool down, do you smell its wonderful fragrance.  So if you plant one,  put it by a window near the bedroom so you can enjoy it.

"Golden Trumpets"     © Kathy Dunham 2011

The Wedding's at 4

As I was strolling around the L.A. Arboretum looking for plant material to photograph, I came upon these chairs getting all "dolled up" for an afternoon wedding. Each chair had to be hand tied with a big pink, chiffon bow. There were three gals struggling in the heat to get them tied in time. I sure hope the bride and groom appreciate all the efforts to make this special day look it's best for them.

"The Wedding's at 4" © Kathy Dunham 2008