Dwarf Ixora, originally uploaded by malyousif. I like these new kinds of Ixoras we’ve got recently in Bahrain, there flowers are quite nice and miniature, they would add a nice splash of colour to any surround. I’ve got some in pots and others in borders; both work equally well. I’ll be traveling for tonight, so …
Lantana and the lawn, originally uploaded by malyousif. I love these shrubs. They say that the south americans use its crushed leaves as ointments against snake bites! Apart from that, the bulbuls love them and their berries and their minty smell is quite nice too. Have a wonderful Friday my friends…
Wagtail, originally uploaded by malyousif. I don’t know what this bird is called, butI shot it in my garden next to the portulaca this morning. It’s got a habit of wagging its tail up and down. Any idea what it is? This lovely looking bird has been identified as a Rufous Bushchat, Cercotrichas Galactotes by …
Passion Flower’s side view, originally uploaded by malyousif. They’ve at last opened this morning, but only after I had left for work. My wife called me about 9am and told me that they have actually opened, FOUR of them all together! I was thrilled so much that I just HAD to get back home (ok, …
Look what Patty sent over all the way from San Diago! I live in hope that one day, my front porch will look even marginally as beautiful as hers’!. Sean brought them over as he is on a short business trip to Bahrain, and thankfully he could spare a little while to have a quick …