The daffodils in the photo above were snapped a few days ago at the VanLierop Bulb Farm in Puyallup, Washington. They occupy a sunny bed in the display garden near the farm's store. Beyond the store and the display gardens and barn area, the fields teem with acres of the green shoots of thousands of vivid tulips. Though the tulips were right on schedule the day this photo was taken, our Spring weather can be quite fickle and a recent turn toward more wintery conditions may retard their growth.
We plan to visit the farm again next month. I can't wait to see the acres of full grown tulips nodding in the sunshine. Any slight breeze rippling through the field reminds me of a highly competitive group of speed skaters. Their colorful helmeted heads bow and dip in unison as they race each other around the track, Apolo Ohno style.
If it's not windy that day, the tulips will be able to pose quietly for their photos and turn their proud little heads toward the sun. They will have many opportunities to star in snapshots and video, as this farm is a magnet for eager photographers of all skill levels. VanLierop's is a premier destination for families, school children and tourists. The only thing I would worry about is if we can find a place to park! We will keep you posted. It might be quite an adventure. LOL
Thanks for visiting!
4 comments:
Very pretty. I'm looking forward to the tulip pics, as well! :)
Really beautiful.
Foarte interesant subiectul postat de tine. M-am uitat pe blogul tau si imi place si am sa mai revin sa-l vizitez. O zi buna
Thanks everyone for your comments! I never got back to the bulb farm to take pictures of the tulips, but I did snap a few shots of tulips in Olympia and will be posting them soon. I'm glad you enjoyed the photo! :D
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