Day 188 – Unfurling

by The Philosophical Fish

July 6, 2016 – I am fascinated by ferns. I have western sword ferns, deer ferns, soft shield ferns, licorice ferns, ostrich ferns, maidenhair ferns, lady ferns, autumn ferns, Hart’s tongue ferns, Japanese painted ferns, holly ferns, and even a hen and chicken fern.

I love the way they come out of the ground rolled up tightly, and then unfurl like a flag heralding springtime. I love shade gardens and therefore ferns are a staple, they bring a soft serenity, a sense of cool and earthy dampness.

This is an autumn fern and I love the way the fronds come up a coppery red and looking like fall foliage, and then they turn green and summery after a few days in the sun.

116 Photos in 2016 – 40. Coming out of the ground

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MyInkIsMyArt July 7, 2016 - 3:16 am

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kfpsardou July 7, 2016 - 4:20 am

The unfurling is so lovely. A very effective shot of it, & wonderful in B & W.

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Free 2 Be July 7, 2016 - 1:10 pm

Thank you 🙂

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Catskills Photography July 7, 2016 - 1:48 pm

Nice details. Great in BW.

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Missy2004 July 7, 2016 - 6:01 pm

Beautiful detail.

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sure2talk July 8, 2016 - 8:51 am

I love to see the ferns unfurling. Excellent shot and looking effective in black and white.
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