They only open in sunlight, so this year they have not been in full bloom a great deal.
The photograph doesn't do justice to the bright colours.
I grow some every year, as a way to entreat the sun to shine. The flowers stretch up and welcome the light and warmth. I find them heartbreakingly lovely.
The name has a Greek derivation, meaning noon flower.
On such a gloomy, wet day, thank you Francesca for reminding us of these most beautiful flowers.
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