Summer downunder: Lagerstroemia speciosa - Crepe Myrtle - is blooming.

Great backdrop to this picture!

Thanks PP ... it's a view towards the ranges that surround our suburb.

stunning flower and view..;-))

Thanks Sandra ... yes I do rather love being out here in the foothills of those ranges ... there's just something about this spot!

I dont blame you wonderful!

Bernieh:

Beautiful! I really love Queen's Crepe Myrtle! I'm not sure why it's not so widely grown here. The ones I've seen growing here look really healthy and beautiful!

They're such a great summer bloomer here Andy ... and they look so great for much of the year ... even when the leaves turn a russet red during our winter.

Bernieh:

Yes, I love the flowers! I know they are briefly deciduous here.