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Monday, February 20, 2012
Early Blooming
12:36 PM, Temp 43° F, Dew Point 38° F, Barometer 29.93 in, Wind Calm, Humidity 82%
I took a short hike today in Deception Pass State Park. I was surprised to discover that Oregon Grape and Red-flowering Currant are already starting to bloom. It looks like it might be a very good year for wildflowers. Recently, it has been a fairly typical February, chilly, overcast and rainy. The first part of the month, however, gave us clear, sunny skies and temperatures hitting 60° F, 16° C. Perhaps that gave the plants a little boost, causing them to come to life ahead of schedule.
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4 comments:
Lovely image! It does seem like spring is arriving early. I hope you have a great weekend!
My lawn had gotten so high I had to pull out the ol' pushmower. Mowing the lawn in February!
What a pretty combination of colors and shapes!
Can't wait for wildflowers!
Dani @ ONNO Organic Clothing
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