Pollen – Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings

Springtime

I was writing “SPRING” in the pollen that had gathered on the lanai table. In the process I sneezed, sending the “G” off the table and onto the floor, never to be seen again; kind of like my hair. #spring #pollen #lanai #hair

Pollen-makers and Pollinators

The azaleas are in full bloom, producing pollen and nectar, much to the delight of the butterflies seen buzzing about the photo. While my eyes enjoy sight of the pollen-maker and pollinator, my nose, and sinuses will be much happier when there is less pollen later. #azaleas #flowers #pollen #spring #pollinators #pollenmakers

Bloomin’ Trees

The light green and golden hues of the oak trees shed more than just colorful light. Pollen is also raining down from these trees that are in full spring bloom. Yellow powder coats the walks, decks, and cars that are outside, and also indiscriminately drifts about to disturb the linings of our eyes and sinuses.Continue reading “Bloomin’ Trees”

January Autumn

Florida winters seem like a combination of fall and winter with a touch of spring soon to come. This tree has finally realized its time to drop its leaves as has the maple in our front yard. Beneath the trees, blossoming azaleas are even more colorful in the chilly morning air. Soon the live oaksContinue reading “January Autumn”

Gone Today, Here Tomorrow

The leaves are not yet done falling. Blow the leaves off the driveway today and more will come down tomorrow. Soon that will end followed by their seedy sequel. Pollen pods (aka tree testicles) will be the next thing to fall from the trees with their dastardly little pods and pollen all over the place,Continue reading “Gone Today, Here Tomorrow”

Pollen Nation

Yup, I just had to get a sample and look at it under the microscope. This is from pine trees that are blooming, and I can hardly wait until they stop! But there are plenty other plants, including the oak trees, that are also contributing to the pollen load, not to mention all the bloomin’Continue reading “Pollen Nation”

Winter Fall

It’s that time of year again, fall, only it’s winter. In this part of Florida, most trees, especially the live oak trees, hold onto their leaves until January or later. Then they turn brown, with little color, and head for the roofs, lawns, driveways, and streets. The live oaks drop their leaves when their tinyContinue reading “Winter Fall”

More Than Meets the Eye

I posted the two flower images recently; yesterday afternoon I got my microscope out to look at the pollen from each. Wow, what a difference! Both flowers have their own distinct pollen as do all the other flowering plants. Not only are the flowers beautiful, their pollen proves that there is much more to theContinue reading “More Than Meets the Eye”