Fritillaria affinis var. affinis
Now that we’re finally seeing a break in the rain, I set out this morning to photograph some of the daffodils on the property. Then, out of the corner of my eye, a surprise, and very welcome discovery! This beautiful, unassuming flower was lurking in the shade...
Hierochloe occidentalis
After spending much of last year familiarizing ourselves with many of the native plants on the property, this year we’ve resolved to try harder when it comes to positively identifying our native grasses. Identification of native grass species, quite simply, can...
Oxalis pes-caprae
A few short years ago, when we first moved to Curbstone Valley, there was no Oxalis pes-caprae to be found anywhere on the property. None. I was almost smug about it, as I’d hear of friends closer to the coast constantly battling the thick choking mats of this...
Ramalina menziesii
After a dry start to February, this week’s storms have brought heavy rain and strong winds to Curbstone Valley. After the winds died down between storm cells we noticed the garden paths were strewn with tufts and clumps of various lichens that had blown from...
Amanita muscaria sp.
I’m excited to have found my first Amanita on the property, but frustrated with my own inexperience with this genus. It’s made it a challenge to narrow down a more specific identification of this fungus in time for Mushroom Monday. However, it’s...
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