In my front gardens, within and without the circle pathway that surrounds the fountain, ferns play a significant role. I have no less that 6 different varieties, and none are more magnificent than this duo. They could no doubt hold their own among the plethora of Pteridophyta lavishly covering the planet in the mid-Devonian era -- they have that "Walking With Dinosaurs" air about them.
And today I couldn't help but notice this pair of almost flower-like stalks shooting straight up from within their midst. Upon closer inspection they appear to be the latest two fronds laden with spores that will eventually fall into place on each of the leaf's undersides as they open and expand. Plants are fascinating
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