Under the Solano Sun

Bursts of Blooms Appear Early Signs of Spring Draw Near Drops of Rain Needed...

Has anyone beside me noticed that the sun isn't at hot anymore? Actually, truth be known, it's been more than nippy outside lately.

I have three camellia plants, in my yard. The first one of the three shrubs blooms mid-January. The other two usually late February and March. The early bloomer is Camellia japonica 'Night Rider' just as the name suggests it is a very dark maroon almost black with semi double blossoms.

I recently visited family in Escondido. Just a few days before I arrived, the area was deluged with 4 inches of rain in a single day. The result was spectacular many cacti and succulents were blooming.

So long story short.....we lost our neighbors to cancer. First the wife, and then the husband within a year. Sad...I know. The houses and yards on our court are huge, 1/3 acres and not elderly friendly.