One good thing about moving to the southern hemisphere on the winter solstice is that our days are getting longer, and we get to see the landscape bloom into spring for a second time this year. California had a pretty spectacular spring, but any burst of color on the landscape--small or large--is always a welcome sight for me. The daffodils have bloomed in our backyard and magnolia trees across the city are starting to blossom.
Last weekend we walked through the city to the Domain, the oldest city park in Auckland and one of over 50 remnant volcanoes in the city. The Domain is home to the Auckland Museum, which we visited again, but it is also home to the Wintergardens. The gardens are comprised of a fernery and two glass houses that display temperate and tropical plants. Both houses were in full bloom and the rich colors took the edge off the chill in the air.
Last weekend we walked through the city to the Domain, the oldest city park in Auckland and one of over 50 remnant volcanoes in the city. The Domain is home to the Auckland Museum, which we visited again, but it is also home to the Wintergardens. The gardens are comprised of a fernery and two glass houses that display temperate and tropical plants. Both houses were in full bloom and the rich colors took the edge off the chill in the air.
the tropical house has a fantastic collection
of carnivorous plants, like this pitcher plant
of carnivorous plants, like this pitcher plant
this plant is not for touching!
giant water lillies
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