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California Lilac

Posted on May 10, 2013 by pearlsandprose

The closest thing we have to real lilacs in California is Ceanothus. It doesn’t have the heavenly fragrance, but the color is quite beautiful, especially at sunset. . . . The plants in the background? Echium, another favorite. Great weekend, … Continue reading →

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Echium

Posted on April 2, 2013 by pearlsandprose

I’d almost forgotten one of my favorite California plants, Echium, or Pride of Madeira. They’re in bloom right now and the blue-violet color amazes me every time I see them. . . . Close-up: Did you find the bee? I … Continue reading →

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Brandywine Valley

Posted on May 13, 2010 by pearlsandprose

More on our little getaway to Brandywine Valley, PA. Aren’t these tree blossoms lovely? I’ve never seen them before and thus can’t identify them. I pretty much know most of the plant names on the East Coast, but this one … Continue reading →

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