One of the many topiary animals in Hagley park
A carpet to heaven
An old timer show in the park I laughed seeing the squashed bear.
Our cathedral is gone but an 11 year old boy made this one
Display by local floral artists
Flowers in a small version of the chalice which used to stand on Cathedral Square (and maybe still does)
The theme this year was the eartquake
Port-a-loos have been in many streets in Christchurch in the last year. Today they were set in Canterbury colours and flowers.
This one has a whole garden
Smart red art
Butterflies in canterbury museum. Lots still in their cocoon. On Wednesday the 22nd of February 185 Monarch butterflies will be released as a mark of respect for those who lost their lives on 22 February 2011.
Floral snakes
Closing of with a topiary elephant.
Great pictures :) Thank you for putting them up in case I dont make it along...
ReplyDeleteWhat a touching theme for the flower show. A year ago again, there must be still lots of sorrow.
ReplyDeleteClever 11-year old boy. Love the teddy and the penguin and the portaloos. Every portaloo should come with its own flower display ;-)
ReplyDeleteA super post and beautiful exhibits. I love the elephant and the porto- o- loos. I can't believe it is a year already.
ReplyDeleteThe cathedral created by the 11-year-old boy was very nicely done! And the elephant topiary is brilliant! I am beyond impressed with this wonderful display of nature, art and humor amid remembrances of the horrors of the earthquake. It is a testament to the strengths people have to overcome. Glad to see you enjoying the local parks and museums, Marja. Hope you have a great week! And hope that elephant brings you all good luck. :)
ReplyDeleteSuperb photos and a moving story. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteWhat amazing creativity is coming out of Christchurch. The flowers are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBeauty. Hope. Humor. Necessary ingredients for overcoming adversity.
ReplyDeleteHi Marja .. I'm glad I came back to these - aren't they just great - the various floral arrangements, the boy's Cathedral - how superb .. and I saw the Monarch butterflies being released yesterday ...
ReplyDeleteThe elephant never forgets ... with thoughts to all - Hilary
Wow...great idea -this flower festival!
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