One would never suspect that the hollyhock is native to southwest and central Asia given how vigorously it has taken to this region of New Mexico. While roaming the streets of Tularosa one can find them in abandoned lots, alongside colorful buildings, in unfrequented alleyways, and as colorful giants in manicured perennial gardens. Above you see a rose-colored hollyhock family alongside the Mano y Mente wall.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Tularosa Hollyhocks in Full Bloom
One would never suspect that the hollyhock is native to southwest and central Asia given how vigorously it has taken to this region of New Mexico. While roaming the streets of Tularosa one can find them in abandoned lots, alongside colorful buildings, in unfrequented alleyways, and as colorful giants in manicured perennial gardens. Above you see a rose-colored hollyhock family alongside the Mano y Mente wall.
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