Spring Equinox is March 20, 2008, but we are already seeing the signs of Spring in Southern California.  Redbud trees are sprouting their pink blossoms.  Wildflowers of the desert: verbena, lupine, desert lilies, popcorn flower, brown-eyed primrose, chicory, and desert dandelions are blooming in Anza Borrego State Park to the east.  This past weekend I enjoyed a wonderful hike through Torrey Pines State Reserve to see many of these flowers growing among coastal sage, chaparral, and torrey pines.

I remember planting bulbs in Illinois and watching the early tulips, crocus, grape hyacinth, and daffodil leaves peak through mulched leaves and spring snow.  Ah, the magnificent colors and scents of flowers.

If it’s still too cold in your area to observe spring blooms in nature, take a trip to your local garden store and pick up a potted bulb for your house.  In no time at all you’ll be looking forward to the Spring months right around the corner.

What is your favorite spring flower?