Iris was the Greek goddess for the Messenger of Love; the iris, her sacred flower, was considered the symbol of communication and messages. And as it was her duty to take the souls of women to the Elysian fields, Greek men would often plant an iris on the graves of their beloved women. ~Edited commentary by Hana Monogatari
Beauty: the adjustment of all parts proportionately
so that one cannot add or subtract or change without
impairing the harmony of the whole.
~Leon Battista Alberti
As beauteous parts
each add extravagance to
the sum of the charms
~Natalie Scarberry
Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight. ~1 Peter 3:4 ✝
I love the luscious colors of all parts of this iris. Strangely, it was one I planted years ago, but until last year it hadn’t bloomed in some time. I’m so glad it’s back to blooming again.
Maybe the bulb just needed some time to rest. I’m glad it bloomed again. Also, interesting info about the flower. Love, V
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think for a while it got too much shade and now that the big tree has lost a low overhanging branch it’s getting a little more light. I’m thrilled that it bloomed again because I had forgotten how beautiful it was.
Glad you enjoyed the info and post. Hugs, ❤ 🙂
LikeLike
Have not seen iris this beautiful! Thank you, Natalie. ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, Amy. It is a lovely one. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
❤
LikeLike
Natalie this is intensely beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing it!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Nico. You are most welcome. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful pictures with vibrant colors, beautiful haiku with precious words and a beautiful verse from the bible.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Patty. I’m so glad you enjoyed the photos and post. 🙂 ❤
LikeLike
You’re welcome.
LikeLike
I too love the inner colors, textures and beauty of irises!
LikeLiked by 1 person
They are so easy to grow and their beauty is stellar!
They produce a good bang for the buck, as it were. 🙂 ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love them and have a bunch, mostly of one color. I need to find someone to share and trade! 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Gorgeous–and you’ve captured it’s elegance so beautifully
I bet your yard is awash in a myriad of colors and scents!!!
Hugs and love–Julie
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, missy Cookie. Yes, everyday more and more things appear. It’s definitely that exciting time of year. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
LikeLike
It is really beautiful.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks, Karen. 🙂 ❤
LikeLike
Wonderful!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
LikeLike
Iris’ are one of my favourite flowers to photograph LMS.
Love’n Hugs
Laurence
LikeLiked by 1 person
Mine too because they are very photogenic! Love’n hugs! LMS
LikeLiked by 1 person
Real posers I take it. 🙂 Hugs and Love
Laurence.
LikeLike
Indeed they are and as large as they are it’s easy to get up close. Hugs and love to you too, Laurence. LMS 🙂 ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Take care LMS.
Love’n Hugs
Laurence
LikeLiked by 1 person
Same to you, sweet Laurie! Love’n hugs, LMS 🙂 ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
🙂 🙂
LikeLike
Luscious is so right! You did a great job capturing this lusciousness with your camera, Natalie! Thanks for sharing!!!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Why thank you, Laura. And you are very welcome. I’m so glad you enjoyed my photos. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
LikeLike
Just beautiful, Natalie…I miss the Iris. It’s time to plant some bulbs:)
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you. I planted so new ones last fall but they won’t bloom this year. Now I have to wait and try to remember what the look like. But then surprises like that are half the fun of a garden. 🙂 ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Gorgeous photos Natalie. Love your poem too. I totally agree with that scripture. It is the inner beauty that counts for God can see right into our hearts and spirits
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you, Raewyn. I’m so glad you enjoyed the photos and my little poem. And yes, it’s the inner beauty that counts for God! 🙂 ❤
LikeLike
AmAzing capture. I can feel the petals. Wow.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much. What a lovely compliment. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
LikeLike