a MONSTER bloom

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caliloo
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a MONSTER bloom

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This thing is HUGE. It is about 9 inches across and has a zillion petals. The bud was wider than it was long :eek: :lol:

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It's a real beauty Alexa. :cool:
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caliloo, name please?
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:lol: I was thinking the same thing....Please?

And whatever it is, it's pretty!! Thanks for sharing!!
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Post by caliloo »

Ooops!

This is another from Princesse Alexandra. From what I read on COTW she doubles and triples a lot on the first flush, subsequent flushes are usually singles.

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Thanks!! It sure is a looker!! :P
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Let me join Goose, a big thank you! Will have to add that one to the list.
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Gorgeous!!!
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