We moved into our current home in early January and watched the hydrangea bed near the front walk transform from ugly dry stalks to what seemed to be an overgrown jungle.  Finally in June, however, they started to bloom and the wait was worth it!    Bright pinks (a bit blurry...) and beautiful and delicate  white and purple blooms, with the most amazing centers.   Here's a little detail on that shot.

This is my first post after discovering the photographica RSS feed a week or two ago.  I've really been enjoying everyone's pictures.   Comments welcome!  :)