Took a drive yesterday to an area 5,000' above sea level, around 1,500' higher than Quincy, and found a few things blooming that went to seed in Quincy a month ago. Also found a couple (the Penstemons) that don't live as low as Quincy. After months of hot, dry weather, what allows these to bloom? Are they genetically programmed to do so? How much variance is there due to particular seasonal conditions? It's so dry, do they have deeper roots than the earlier bloomers? In my wanderings, I always come up with more questions than answers, but end up enjoying the beauty whether or not I find answers. I took these photos on a drive from Quincy to Westwood, mostly on the approach to Westwood. Not too noticeable from 55 mph. Get out and walk through the open forests, and there they are. The Hooker's Evening Primrose is abundant near the Greenville Y. The rest are up at 5,000'. Enjoy.
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