With large, tawny blooms, Hemerocallis fulva has been a part of Chinese cuisine for thousands of years.
Orange Daylily
Refresh: Pink-sorrel
To learn more about these bright pink blossoms, visit our post on Pink-sorrel. Photos taken in 2022
Refresh: California Poppy
To learn more about these vibrant flowers, check out our post on the California Poppy. Photos taken in 2022.
Common Fiddleneck
Like the curled end of a violin's neck, Amsinckia menziesii sports bright yellow blossoms on a coiled stem.
Refresh: Sweet Alyssum
To learn more about these delicate blossoms, check out our post on Sweet Alyssum. Photos taken in 2022
Miner’s Lettuce
Deliciously fresh, Claytonia perfoliata is a California native packed with Vitamin C!
Refresh: Buddha Root Farm Collection
Common Foxglove, Shasta Daisy, and Trefoil / Deer Vetch. Photos taken in 2022
Wild Daffodil
With bright trumpet-like flowers, Narcissus pseudonarcissus is toxic to humans and pets.
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Post-summer Hiatus & 2021 Recap
Our blog will be going into hiatus. Take a look at this recap of our 2021 activity!
Refresh: 2021 Finale
The Refresh series for 2021 ends here, but it may be back next year!
Refresh: Peonies
To learn more about these magnificent blooms, visit our post on Peonies. Photos taken in 2021
Refresh: Lavender
To learn more about these fragrant flowers, visit our post on Lavender. Photos taken in 2021
Lamb’s Ear
With soft, fuzzy leaves and antibacterial properties, Stachys byzantina can be used as a natural bandage.
Silver Ragwort
A popular foliage plant, Jacobaea maritima has stunning silver leaves.
Refresh: Southern Magnolia
To learn more about this beautiful fire-resistant tree, visit our post on Southern Magnolia. Photos taken in 2021
Refresh: Roses [Pt. 2]
To learn more about these vibrant flowering shrubs, visit our post on Roses. Photos taken in 2021
Refresh: Roses [Pt. 1]
To learn more about these elegant pastel flowers, visit our post on Roses. Photos taken in 2021
Refresh: Lindheimer’s Beeblossom
To learn more about these delicate butterfly-shaped flowers, visit our post on Lindheimer's Beeblossom. Photos taken in 2021
Trumpet Vine
Bold and vivid, the trumpet-shaped flowers of Campsis radicans are a favorite of hummingbirds.
Refresh: Crapemyrtles
To learn more about these vibrant flowering trees, visit our post on Crapemyrtles.
Milk Thistle
Silybum marianum may look spiky and intimidating, but it has many health benefits!
Refresh: Fortnight Lily
To learn more about this wildfire-resistant flower, visit our post on the Fortnight Lily. Photos taken in 2021
Red Valerian
A hardy perennial, Centranthus ruber is sometimes known as Jupiter's beard.
Refresh: Lotuses
To learn more about these sacred aquatic flowers, visit our post on Lotuses. Photos taken in 2021
Feverfew
Dubbed "medieval aspirin," Tanacetum parthenium has been used to treat headaches and fever for centuries.
Jerusalem Sage
Phlomis fruticosa features chandelier-like flowers and fuzzy leaves.
Refresh: Common Agapanthus
To learn more about these beautiful blue flowers, visit our post on Common Agapanthus. Photos taken in 2021
Refresh: Hydrangeas
To learn more about these gorgeous pastel blooms, visit our post on Hydrangeas. Photos taken in 2021
Bear’s Breeches
Symbolizing immortality, Acanthus mollis is often known more for its impressive leaves rather than its flowers!
Refresh: Red Hot Pokers
Refresh is a new photo series, where we post updates of plants that we previously blogged about.
Oleander
Beautiful but deadly, Nerium oleander can kill humans and animals when ingested.
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A Sprig of Summer | Conclusion
After two months of A Sprig of Summer, this photo series has come to an end. We hope that it has brought you a bit of hope and joy during these difficult times. As former president Jimmy Carter said: Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or …
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Welcome back! We will begin a photo series, a Sprig of Summer.
Belladonna Lily
Amaryllis belladonna's showy blooms rise above the ground on a bare and upright stem.
Yellow Daylily
Hemerocallis lilioasphodelus has edible buds and tubers and a sweet citrus fragrance.
Crapemyrtles
Lagerstoemia not only blooms in vivid red, pinks, and purples but also lasts until autumn.
Ten Thousand Wildflowers 