Desert USA Wildflower report said that Borrego Springs was nearing its peak and is much better than any other desert area right now, so we went back to Borrego (it is becoming one of our favorite places). Borrego reminds us a lot of Orcas Island - small town, great farmers market, safe, clean and quiet.
As we drive along…the roadside is bright yellow. Upon closer inspection…blues…reds…purples…oranges…whites and lavenders appear.
What fun to 4-wheel out a rocky and sandy dirt road down a dry wash or mudstone canyon and happen upon patches of desert Lilies, red-tipped Ocotillos, Sand Verbena and Desert Lupine. Top that off with a hike into an old Palm Oasis, or across a dry lakebed in the bright sunshine and no wonder we’ve gained a strong appreciation for springtime in the desert.
Mary’s favorite plant so far is the Beaver Tail Cactus and Bob likes the spiny Ocotillllo. Maybe we should change our road names to: “Ocotillo Bob and Beaver Tail Mary - A Prickly Pair”
We photographed about 20 different wildflower species – a real treat! Here are photos of a red Ocotillo blossom, pink flowering Beavertail cactus, a field of Sand Verbena, desert Dandelion, Chicory and others, plus our sweet camping site. Love those palm trees.
AWESOME photos, you guys! you are having the trip of a lifetime & I am so happy you are sharing it w/ all of your email buddies!! HUGS to you BOTH!! xxooxxMarian
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