Photoshop?

Posted by mxk3 z5b/6 MI (My Page) on Sun, Dec 8, 13 at 0:21

Nope.

Hibiscus covered with ash or mud (volcanic or tsunami) followed by a bloom.

Posted by susanzone5 z5NY (My Page) on Sun, Dec 8, 13 at 9:56

Wow, that is brilliant.

The picture was taken on a tropical island of Indonesia. They just had a volcano eruption. The flower just opened after the eruption. The icy items are actually volcanic ash.

Are these volcanic ash very fertile and suitable for many crops? Hmm ...

This post was edited by jujujojo on Sun, Dec 8, 13 at 10:01

That was my thought too, Volcanic ash.

There are certain circumstances where it is likely harmful (especially if there is enough ash to smother established forests say), but in general I believe volcanic ash is pretty good for replenishing minerals back into the soil.
CMK

Interesting for sure, but don't want one (a neighbourhood volcano that is).

Posted by SunnyBorders 5A (My Page) on Sun, Dec 8, 13 at 15:16

yes, a volcano creates disaster - but sometimes, the hot springs are good for bath.

Sounds good.
Really cold here.