Guardian of the Azaleas (504 Piece Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle)

Guardian of the Azaleas (504 Piece Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle)

$129.95
  In the soft light of early summer, few scenes feel as vivid and fleeting as a hummingbird flitting among...
  • Categories: 20th Century, 21st Century, 500+ Pieces, Contemporary, Level 3, Mother's Day, New Arrivals, Puzzles For Men, Puzzles for Women, Spring, Summer, Victorian
  • Type: 500+ Piece Puzzle
 

In the soft light of early summer, few scenes feel as vivid and fleeting as a hummingbird flitting among blooming azaleas. These tiny birds, often no bigger than a human thumb, can hover in place, darting quickly from flower to flower with a blur of iridescent wings. Their rapid movements and brilliant colors, ranging from emerald green to ruby red, create a dynamic contrast against the deep pinks, whites, and purples of azalea blossoms. 

Azaleas, members of the rhododendron family, bloom in massive clusters that attract pollinators from miles away. Their trumpet-shaped flowers particularly appeal to hummingbirds, whose long tongues can reach deep into the petals where nectar is hidden. The pairing is more than ornamental—hummingbirds feed on the sugar-rich nectar while simultaneously helping the flowers reproduce by transferring pollen from one bloom to another. 

The birds prefer areas with ample cover, perches, and a steady supply of nectar-producing plants. Azaleas, with their dense foliage and vibrant blooms, create ideal foraging grounds, especially when grouped in large numbers or mixed into wild or semi-wild settings. Their long blooming period provides a sustained food source during the warmer months, encouraging hummingbirds to return year after year. 

The relationship between hummingbirds and azaleas symbolizes the fragile beauty of ecosystems. In its brief and busy life, each bird depends on flowers like the azalea for nourishment. At the same time, the plant quietly relies on these creatures for reproduction. Together, they form a seasonal rhythm that plays out for countless generations. Observing this natural interaction in this beautiful wooden jigsaw puzzle reminds us of the small wonders surrounding us, often hidden in plain view but rich in detail and meaning.

The perfect gift for wooden jigsaw puzzlers, and flower and hummingbird fans, this wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our wooden jigsaw puzzle artists have included many shaped whimsy wooden jigsaw puzzle pieces that match the subject of the painting, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the wooden jigsaw puzzle together. 
  • Includes Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Number of Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces: 504
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 15.5" X 11.5"
  • Artist: © Bill and Linda Tiepelman
  • Serial #: NPO25-504-837
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 3
  • Made in the USA
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