Dahlia Macro is a photograph by Bruce Bley which was uploaded on May 17th, 2015.
Dahlia Macro
This photograph of dahlia was taken while visiting a local greenhouse this spring.... more
by Bruce Bley
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Dahlia Macro
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Bruce Bley
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This photograph of dahlia was taken while visiting a local greenhouse this spring.
Dahlia is a genus of bushy, tuberous, herbaceous perennial plants native to Mexico. There are 42 species of dahlia, with hybrids commonly grown as garden plants. Flower forms are variable, with one head per stem; these can be as small as 2 inch in diameter or up to 1 foot. (dinner plate). This great variety results from dahlias being octoploids�that is, they have eight sets of homologous chromosomes, whereas most plants have only two. In addition, dahlias also contain many transposons�genetic pieces that move from place to place upon an allele�which contributes to their manifesting such great diversity.
The stems are leafy, ranging in height from as low as 12 inches to more than 6�8 feet. The majority of species do not produce scented flowers or cultivars. Like most plants that do not attract pollinating insects through scent, they are brightly colored, displaying most hues, with the exception of blue.
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Bruce Bley
Dan, I am very grateful for the feature in the group "Premium FAA Artists". Thank you so much.
Jacqueline Athmann
Surprise & Congratulations!! Your photo has been featured on The Art Shoppe Cafe group homepage! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us! F/L
Bruce Bley replied:
Jacqueline, Thank you for the feature in the group "The Art Shoppe Café". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Jacqueline Athmann
Surprise & Congratulations!! Your photo has been featured on Flowers Up Close group homepage! Thank you for sharing your beautiful work with us! F/L
Katherine White
Beautiful macro! Thank you for featuring my photo "Magnolia" in Beautiful Flowers.
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the nice comment and it was my pleasure featuring your work, Katherine.
Bruce Bley
Randy, I want to thank you for the feature in the group "Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery". I sincerely appreciate it.
Marcia Colelli
Beautiful close up with great details and colors L
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the kind and gracious comment, Marcia. I sincerely appreciate it and thank you for the L.
Bruce Bley
Neal, I am very grateful for the feature in the group "Macro Photography Group". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Donna Kennedy
Beautiful Bruce, your images are such a joy to view!...F/L
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the wonderful compliment, Donna. I am glad you enjoy my work. It means a lot to me.
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Bruce Bley replied:
John, Thank you so much for the feature in the group "Images That Excite You". I sincerely appreciate the honor.
Pamela Blizzard
Beautiful feast for the eye!!! l/f/t
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the wonderful comment and promotions, Pamela. I sincerely appreciate it.
Barbara ann cohen Cohen
THE COLORS ARE AMAZING
Bruce Bley replied:
Thank you for the nice comment, Barbara. I really appreciate it and thank you for visiting.