
New leaves on the Gold Flame Spirea are lit up by the late afternoon sun. Also called Spiraea japonica or Spiraea x bumalda 'Goldflame,' this shrub is one of the most colourful and hardy in my garden. In spring, its leaves emerge a bright red and fade to yellow for the summer.
© Sheila Creighton 2011
Beautiful warm colours.
that’s the beauty of spring! I am so glad it is here.
Great shot! I love the colors and contrasts, and the composition is certainly breathtaking. What a masterpiece!
thank you. I feel like a conduit – it was the perfect light to capture nature’s masterpiece!
Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for sharing:-)
thank you – glad to share!
I like both flowers and back ground.
Have a good week.
thanks cocomino! you have a good week too.