Monkey-flowers of various species are putting on an excellent display this month around San Diego. Look for these low, shrublike plants with their tubular flowers wherever native vegetation clothes the landscape — from the coastal …
April 1, 2025
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Springtime Monkey-Flower blossoms, Black Oak sprouting new leaves, Desert Agaves can reach 10-20 feet
Wild grasses are turning brown, desert wildflowers are blooming, notable high tides
The annual green-to-golden transition of San Diego’s wild grasslands starts during late March or early April, depending on the amount of late-season rainfall. North-facing hillsides and canyon slopes retain the green color longer, as they …
March 25, 2025
Recent rains trigger deciduous trees, mustard brightens grassy slopes along the coast
Recent rain and bright sunshine during the last few weeks have triggered the emergence of bright green leaves on sycamore, liquidambar, and other decorative deciduous trees around San Diego. Cruise down 163 through Balboa Park …
March 18, 2025
India Hawthorne blooming, worm blood moon, possible moonbow
India Hawthorn (Rhaphiolepsis indica) is one of the most common flowering shrubs used in landscaping as hedges and dividers in San Diego. It is blooming best right now, with blossoms ranging in hue from pinkish …
March 11, 2025
Great sailing weather ahead, Hong Kong orchids and stone-fruit trees are blooming
March Is The Proverbial Windy Month here in San Diego, as it is in most places. From midday to late afternoon, sun-warmed air expands and rises over the county’s interior, drawing in an influx of …
March 3, 2025
Pyracantha angustifolia invasive but allowed, new moon leads to great tidepooling
Narrowleaf Firethorn (Pyracantha angustifolia) Is At Its Prettiest Right Now across the county. Native to China, Pyracantha angustifolia is an evergreen shrub in the rose family that displays green leaves, spiky branches and bright red berries. …
February 24, 2025
Rain and sunshine trigger growth, African daisies are hardy and resilient
The Mix Of Rain And Sunshine characteristic of the last few weeks has triggered the emergence of bright green leaves on sycamore, liquidambar, and other decorative deciduous trees around San Diego. Cruise down 163 through …
February 18, 2025
Slow bus to Descanso
Slow bus to DescansoLaughing my ass off at the recent Tin Fork (“Descanso Junction: Unchained lunch”, Tin Fork, Jan. 30, 2025) warning that bus service to the Descanso Junction Restaurant is “very infrequent.” That’s an …
February 12, 2025
Manzanita shrubs are starting to bloom, Snow moon rises, Venus shines bright on Valentine's Day
Manzanita Shrubs are Starting to Bloom this Month in the foothill areas of the Cleveland National Forest. The various manzanitas, characterized by smooth, reddish bark and tough, leathery leaves, bear myriads of tiny, white to …
February 10, 2025