Recent unusual cold weather was an occasion of delight when the frost flowers appeared. The temperature conditions haven’t been right the last two years to treat us to this delicate and temporary feast for the eyes. A nice explanation of the phenomenon (which is actually rare, happening only once or twice a year) can be found on the National Weather Service website. Enjoy the photos.
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- It’s worth a cold trek into the weeds to see this amazing ice display.
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- The freezing water is forced through splits in the plant stem and freezes on contact with the air.
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- As delicate as it is delightful, frost flowers are very short-lived.