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california lilacs: brilliant shades of blue!

Posted on April 5, 2011 by fromthethicket

Ceanothus plants are brilliantly blooming throughout Golden Gate Park right now.  The Ceanothus genus, of which there are 50-60 species ranging from low-growing shrubs to small trees, belongs to the buckthorn family (Rhamnaceae).  These iridescent blue-flowering plants stand out from … Continue reading →

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