Wishing You a White Christmas

Spain loves poinsettias at holiday time.  Lots of red ones and lots of white ones.  Mass plantings abounded in the Canary Islands around government offices and parks. What a beautiful sight to see.

"Wishing You a White Christmas"    © Kathy Dunham 2009

Christmas in the Canary Islands

Sitting off the coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean, these tiny islands are part of the Spanish Empire.  Used as a stopping point for the early explorers before crossing the Atlantic, these volcanic islands are mostly barren with few areas of tropical vegetation.

"Christmas in the Canary Islands"    © Kathy Dunham 2009

What are They?

I found these growing among canna lilies in the Canary Islands. I failed to check if they were part of the cannas or another plant. But they sure are interesting.

"What are They?" © Kathy Dunham 2009

White Poinsettia

Christmas is almost here and I love the flowers that remind us of the season. I found these white poinsettias in the Canary Islands last year.

"White Poinsettias" © Kathy Dunham 2008