When you have an annual pass to the Biltmore Estate, you don't mind running errands/keeping appointments in Asheville. Especially when the azaleas are in full bloom.
Azaleas belong to the Rhododendron genus. These flowers, also of the Rhododendron genus, are actually called rhododendrons. They're not azaleas.
ie: All azaleas are rhododendron, but not all rhododendron are azaleas.
Couldn't resist a picture of dogwood blooms!
I love spring because it's like a parade: the different plants come along at their own pace. Azaleas in the garden were showing off; meanwhile, a few of the trees on this hill hadn't even begun to think about leafing out.
My obligatory visit to the Lagoon. I've never visited the Biltmore Estate and not visited the Lagoon, a habit started many, many years ago by my father. This view from across the Lagoon was his favorite view of Biltmore House.
What a great day! And tomorrow's my birthday!
Happy Birthday to Me!
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