Strictly, this is not a travel post. The Rose of Sharon is the national flower of Korea. It is an enchanting shrub, with an exquisite flower:
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| Some Rose of Sharon Shrubs |
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| A Rose of Sharon Bud |
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| Stamens within a Rose of Sharon |
Call me a dreamer if you choose. I can see the source of origami in these flowers, along with the delicate colouring and the soft brush strokes of so much of Korean artwork. At a push, I can see the folds of a fan.
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his plant also grows in tree form, although these trees may well be bushes that have been encouraged to form a tree.
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