Close-up of large, fleshy-petalled green succulent aeonium, planted in low water gardens. It grows in a rosette up to more than a foot in diameter.

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There is a big movement in California for gardens to be replanted with succulents to reduce water usage. While walking around my neighborhood I encounter plants like this in many places. I am especially drawn to the patterns of nature.

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Size: 6000px × 4000px
Location: San Marcos, California
Photo credit: © Susan Heller / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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