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As I worked my way through the canyon, Bush Poppy, Dendromecon rigida, was blooming on the hot, dry, rocky exposures that this species enjoys. (Attachment Link) The large bright yellow flowers are very showy. This is another species that is rarely cultivated. The growth is often long and willowy and the foliage is a very attractive glaucous gray.
Many interesting plants as usual! I have tried a few Ceanothus species but none has survived more than a year or two. Had been interesting to see them in the wild!
Robert, at present I'm growing a little batch of C.pumilus seedlings ( which I understand also grows in your general area). I'm particularly interested in the prostrate Ceanothus, since they provide good ground cover in very dry summer conditions like mine. Have you cultivated any? Your perennial Violas ( sheltonii and purpurea) are also of great interest . Have you tried to cultivate them? I've read about V. beckwithii which is stunning. Does it grow there? Thank you, Arturo