Thursday, April 30, 2015

Bougainvillea - Show and Tell Friday


Welcome to Show and Tell Friday! 

Last week I went to Costco just to buy some groceries until I saw this gorgeous bougainvillea out in front of the store. I couldn't resist!  Costco always seems to get me with something I want but don't really need!


Luckily I already had a pot to transplant it into. 


 

I'm really loving the colors of this bougainvillea.  They grow like weeds here in California but I've never grown one in a container before.  I've also never seen one with pink and white flowers.  The colors go from light to dark, almost like an umbre effect. 




I seem to have a lot of pink flowers on my balcony.  Here is another one...


 

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20 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 30, 2015 6:06 PM

    Your balcony must look so beautiful from the living room Cindy !!!
    Thanks so much for the party - have a lovely weekend

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  2. Susan FreemanApril 30, 2015 6:15 PM

    This is gorgeous Cindy ~ I love it. I can see that this new apartment is bringing back your muse. Oh and I love Costco too. I feel so lucky living here in the Crossroads because I can visit the Costco in Houston or San Antonio or Austin in about the same amount of driving time. Thanks for the party. You are getting your groove back. Can't wait to see what you do next.

    Big Texas Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  3. Gina @ VictorianWannaBeApril 30, 2015 6:49 PM

    Hi Cindy,
    Beautiful plant and your patio looks so inviting and peaceful.
    Thanks for hosting and have a great weekend,
    Gina

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  4. Home on the CornerApril 30, 2015 7:33 PM

    I love bougainvillea! I have had them in my yard a few times, buy my Ca. area seems to get a little too hot, plus with the drought now, I probably won't be buying any new plants :(. Thanks for hosting the party!

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  5. Heidi | Mysweetcottage.comApril 30, 2015 7:57 PM

    I have always wanted a bougainvillea. They are so beautiful - but unfortunately not as common here in the upper left-hand corner of the U.S. Thanks for sharing it and for hosting this great party, Cindy!

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  6. FABBY'S LIVINGApril 30, 2015 8:20 PM

    I had this plant in many colors in my last house and they are always gorgeous.
    Thanks for hosting.
    FABBY

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  7. Joy@aVintageGreenApril 30, 2015 8:44 PM

    What a beautiful balcony, the pinks are wonderful. Thank you for Show and Tell Friday Cindy. Have a great week.
    Joy

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  8. The Charm of HomeApril 30, 2015 9:39 PM

    That is beautiful Cindy! Thanks for hosting!

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  9. CherylApril 30, 2015 10:37 PM

    I love your plant, love that pink!

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  10. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseMay 01, 2015 4:05 AM

    Wow! It's colour is perfect!

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  11. Katherines CornerMay 01, 2015 5:03 AM

    Gorgeous!!! Thank you for hosting another great party. I'm always happy to join in the fun. Happy Weekend Wishes ♥

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  12. CD LokenMay 01, 2015 5:51 AM

    What a lovely place to enjoy a cup of coffee and the sunshine!! Thank you so much for hosting, Cindy!!

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  13. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 01, 2015 8:43 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!

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  14. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryMay 01, 2015 10:39 AM

    Your balcony looks so pretty with you flowers. A great place to have your morning coffee or take a break in the afternoon.
    Next time I come up to visit my son, maybe we can get together and meet.
    Thanks for the great party and have a terrific weekend.
    Mary

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  15. Lou Lou GirlsMay 01, 2015 1:50 PM

    Hello cute lady! I love stopping by each week to party with you. It would be amazing if you would stop by our party. We Pin and Tweet Everything! Lou Lou Girls

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  16. Theresa @ Shoestring EleganceMay 02, 2015 1:21 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting the party, Cindy! Your Bougainvillea's are absolutely beautiful! I'm thinking I need to make a trip up to Costco!
    Many Blessings for a wonderful weekend,
    Theresa

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  17. Glenda/MidSouthMay 02, 2015 3:49 PM

    Beautiful! Your display on your balcony is so pretty - thanks for sharing it with us.
    Enjoy the weekend.
    Glenda

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  18. AnonymousMay 02, 2015 9:58 PM

    Lindas flores! Elas trazem alegria para o ambiente.

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  20. JanMay 08, 2015 1:26 PM

    You are definitely right ...that is the most unusually beautiful color of bougainvillea I've ever seen. I'm gonna keep an eye out for one. I have a table very similar to this one and have been itching to paint it. Think I will now ...thanks :)

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a comment! ~Cindy