Maybe these are a common sight, I have no idea, but I was fascinated by the pretty color of these pods. Thanks to Lynn, who identified this "mystery plant"as a hyacinth bean plant.

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We returned once again to the Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, the home of Marjorie Merriweather Post, legendary heiress of General Foods, diplomat, philanthropist and distinguished collector of French and Russian art and jewelry. We wanted to see a Fabergé exhibit going on there and also enjoyed walking through the grounds and hothouse to and from.

Modeled after greatness, posted earlier: