Our meadow now. |
(Caterpillar flower): 
The Phacelia bolanderi just came into full bloom this week. A very easy-to-grow native perennial that reseeds readily with lovely results. Our propagator Matt Teel saw to it that we have a great crop of these available for sale this year. Get them while they're hot! |
(close-up): 
Close-up of Phacelia flower cluster. |
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(Eschscholzia californica) 
Near to the Collinsia patch, this pink/white california poppy sprang up! We've seen white, we've seen mahogany, but never pink. Notice how the outsides of the petals are blushed pink, while the insides are white. |
(Matilija Poppy): 
Slowly building towards a magnificent show, one flower after another. Romneya coulteri (common name: Matilija Poppy) are known for their striking flourish of "fried-egg" flowers and ability to spread to cover massive areas in tough dry conditions. These have a pungently sweet fragrance that wanders past your nose if you stand close enough. Dies back every year, but worth it to save a space. Beautiful. Available for sale at the nursery in both 1 and 5 Gallon sizes. |
(close-up): 
Close-up of Romneya coulteri flower. |
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(Larkspur) 
Last but not least, Delphiniums all over the garden are now in bloom. Here's one of the many varieties planted in the garden. |
(Mid-close-up): 
Zooming in on the flowering stalks... |
(close-up): 
(Relative) close-up of flowers. |