February 26, 2010
Photo Diary: National and State Flowers
While many European countries do not have an official flower, the Netherlands has lovingly adopted the tulip. Locals celebrate the country’s favorite flower during events such as the Queens Day and Tulip Time Festival. Tokyo, on the other hand, has two flowers: the famous cherry blossoms (the unofficial flower) and the Chrysanthemum. Portland is often referred to as the “City of Roses”, but the state flower is actually the Oregon Grape. The plant produces small bunches of yellow blossoms and then unveils small grape-shaped fruit. This plant is not safe for eating, however, so enjoy its beauty from afar.
Oregon state's official flower, the Oregon Grape
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Tulips from the Wooden Shoe Festival
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Japan's national flower, the Chrysanthemum
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Photo credits: Curt Deathreridge, Pizzodisevo, Allison Park
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Rhonda posted on February 27, 2010 at 10:11 pm
Every year we visit the Wooden Shoe bulb Company and take photos of the Fields of Dreams! My favorite fields are the mixed color tulips…such a fairytale land. With the old barns in the background it is a photographer’s paradise. P.S. Oregon grape really is lovely when it is in bloom~ very special!