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Butterflies, Orchids, and Frogs, O MY!!!

November 14, 2013 — 3 Comments

: tropicalia

: butterfly and orchid

: frog

: butterfly

: butterfly

: moth

: tree frog hides

: butterfly

: orchids

: kids enjoy

: water color

: pocket sketch

: pocket fountain

: wheelbarrow

Each year Tucson Botanical Gardens opens a special tropical exhibit of butterflies. The greenhouse is maintained all year, but in the summer it is too costly to keep at temperature, so they take a break. I love to spend time in the butterfly magic display and do so very frequently. I am pretty excited to announce that they now have tiny tree frogs joining the butterflies. The frogs hide a bit from the crowd because they are nocturnal. I managed to see three and get some shots. Since it was Veterans Day lots of kids were in the house. I also met a woman who has taken a course at the gardens in pocket sketching. She had a tiny set of water colors and was popping out some tiny great art. This is my favorite entertainment in town. Members can go as often as we like, so I am a frequent butterflyer.

Tucson’s Butterfly Jungle

December 3, 2012 — 8 Comments

In Tucson we keep a small power packed tropical jungle full of exotic butterflies. We live in a draught filled desert, so besides the regular showing of of our local flora, our Tucson Botanical Gardens provides a little slice of steamy tropical heaven for visitors.

Visiting the tropics

I support the gardens and enjoy visiting at all times of year. The contribution to our botanical heritage is important. This oasis provides a luscious environment in the heart of the city for those who treasure gardens.

strike a pose

The collection of butterflies is seasonal. They arrive in the fall and stay until spring.

Butterfly on stone

We do not mind hanging out for a while in the mist. They even play jungle sounds, Here I am with an antler fern coming out of my head.

sitting in the butterfly jungle

The star attractions are born and die constantly. The butterfly tenders bring out new boxes of babies, born right next door in the nursery every day.

twice as lovely

They are whimsical, friendly, and short lived. They are kind of like a living sand mandala. They brighten the world for a brief time. They invite you to come on down to their jungle for a break from everyday cares. They know the secrets to getting it while you can.

on my head