South East Queensland has been swamped with rain over the past few days. A further deluge was forecast for today. Waking up early and finding it dry, I decided to walk my local 5 km circuit.
Tarragindi is a very old, hilly suburb of Brisbane (approx. 1930s) and consequently very leafy. Its most notable tree is the jacaranda, brought to Brisbane from South Africa in 1864. At present, the trees form a vivid sea of purple and violet, and the pavement below is a carpet of fallen leaves. Pring Street is always particularly beautiful, so I made it my main destination.
But first, the tree trunks on the footpaths caught my attention.
Low, dense cloud as I set out.
Amazing new growth.
The Flame Tree is also looking stunning.
Flame Tree, misty mountain, and spot the jacaranda.
Leopard Tree.
The jacarandas nearing Pring Street.
Looking east, then west. Same tree.
Now entering Pring Street and its spectacular purple blossoms. The blue sky didn't linger.
Looking up.
White jacaranda.
Looking back down Pring Street.
Making my way home.
Top of our street
Bottom of our street.
It has rained steadily all afternoon, and it continues as I turn out the light.
I would love to read your comment.
I’m very envious of those stunning jacaranda trees. So beautiful. I’ve only ever seen them in Spain. B x
ReplyDeleteThey were imported from South Africa in the mid 1800's, but are now classified as an environmental weed, as they outcompete our native vegetation. Funnily enough, one can purchase them in nurseries.
DeleteAmazingly beautiful, dear Helen! Some of the photos look like been taken in the Fairyland.
ReplyDeleteExcept the giant spider... :)
Thank you for your comment. Indeed, in many years we would have already had the first snow but this year the mild weather is predicted to continue. Hmm...
It's early morning there. Happy Sunday! Hugs!
Sara, it is so lovely to have them on my doorstep now.
DeleteThose purple blossoms are wonderful! We don't have trees like that where I live.
ReplyDeleteLinda, this street is one of the best for colour, but one sees bursts of mauve everywhere.
DeleteAbsolutely stunning, Helen!
ReplyDeleteThey certainly are, Linda.
DeleteGorgeous! Simply beautiful! I love the roots on the trees too!
ReplyDeleteBenefits of an old suburb.
DeleteMy introduction to Jacaranda Trees was in October of 1999 when I was in Sydney. The route you picked to walk has gorgeous sights.
ReplyDeleteVery happy that you have seen them in reality, Alexandra.
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