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Lupine Views

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 2, 2020 with No Comments

Did you know that there are 138 lupine species native to California? They are easy to identify with their stalk of flowers and distinct leaf shape. The mix of California lupines vary in color from purple to pink, yellow to white, and blue to lavender. Nature follows patterns. Here we typically see shades of purple, lavender, and white. While normally folks take photos of the side view of a plant, this one is from up above and shows the intricate … Read More

The Bloom & Photo Boom

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 19, 2019 with No Comments

Remember to stay on designated trails and avoid trampling the flowers (even for that perfect photo/selfie), because future blooms won’t happen. This article helps explain why. Read this Bay Nature article.

Wildfire and Rains Bring Blooms

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 13, 2019 with No Comments

Everyone recognizes that vibrant orange of the California Poppy against the green hillsides. The bloom this year could be good, great or a super bloom–time will tell. Fire and drought coupled with massive rains tend to cause a massive bloom. Chino Hills State Park Senior Environmental Specialist Ken Kietzer says with temps staying cool it helps keep the blooms. Remember, don’t create new trails to blooms, don’t pick the flowers, and don’t trample them. Protect park resources. View the Orange … Read More