It takes a long time for Spring to arrive in Western New York, but after several days in the 70’s and 80’s it is here. Last night after dinner, Tracy and I walked to Highland Park. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, it is a fabulous place, and less than two blocks from our front door. According the website, there are over 1200 lilac bushes, 35 varieties of magnolias, and many azaleas, rhododendron, and gorgeous flower beds. The pansy bed supposedly has over 10,000 plants and was totally redesigned this winter. The lilacs are just beginning to bud. Hopefully, our warm weather will continues because the annual Lilac Festival begins on Friday. Visitors won’t be disappointed, however, because the magnolias and flowering trees are simply beautiful. Here are some highlights from our walk:
I’ve saved a couple photos for Wednesday’s Pairs posting, and I’m likely to be back with some photos of the Lilac Festival in the next week or two.
Spring has sprung here too! It happened while we were in Texas through April 25th and has just gone crazy since we’ve been back. The Bradford Pears are already raining snow petals all over the ground. And I haven’t gotten a single photo…
Wow – so beautiful. How wonderful that you can walk down & enjoy it!
Such a gorgeous place to have so close by
beautiful spring colour
Beautiful. That pansy bed is something else!
My eyes are watering just looking at your photos of the lilacs – I think that’s a tribute to you as a photographer! LOL!
Rinda
Only two blocks away! Lucky, lucky you and that floral park is incredible! Almost makes the winter worth it…almost! Enjoy!
Cheers~
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