Tag Archives: Blue-eyed Grass

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I love this native wildflower, Blue Eyed Grass, Sisyrinchium bellum. Craig Tooley recently photographed three of these small flowers.

Blue Eyed Grass is a member of the Iris family. They love sunny meadows.

Thanks to Craig for allowing me to share his photo with you here. To see much more of Craig's nature photography, here is the link to his website: www.ruffimage.com

Sunny and breezy today. I've heard that a lot of tourists have driven here as the beaches in Mendocino County were opened a few days ago. But there are no bathrooms or other services! And there is no place to stay, as all lodging is still closed. All Sonoma County coastal parks remain closed. It's really too early to visit the Mendonoma Coast. I hope my posts will help a bit while we figure this virus out.

Spring doesn't know...

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The Point Arena Lighthouse is closed now but Executive Director, Mark Hancock, goes to check on things. He took this photo a few days ago of the multitude of wildflowers appearing now.

I see California Poppies, Blue-eyed Grass, Douglas Iris, Sea Thrift and more. Mark says it is sad that others can't see this beautiful sight, but Mark's photo will have to suffice this year.

Thanks to Mark for allowing me to share his photo with you here. When things open up again, this beautiful lighthouse would be a great place to visit. They have accommodations too. Here's their website: https://www.pointarenalighthouse.com/

We are having a beautiful, sunny day to shelter in place today. Rain coming in tomorrow. Bring it, Mother Nature!

Spring doesn't know...

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Mary Sue Ittner is a wildflower enthusiast and she wasn't disappointed on a recent hike to Salt Point State Park. Among the beauties she found was Checker Mallow, Sidalcea Malviflora.

Checker Mallow, Sidalcea malvaeflora, by Mary Sue Ittner

Also see was Common Meadowfoam, Limnanthus douglasii.

Common Meadowfoam, Limnanthus douglasii, by Mary Sue Ittner

Blue-eyed Grass, Sisyrinchium bellum, is always fun to find.

Blue-eyed Grass, Sisyrinchium bellum, by Mary Sue Ittner

And she found a nice group of edible [when young] mushrooms, Shaggy Manes.

Shaggy Manes by Mary Sue Ittner

To learn more about the fascinating and beautiful Salt Point State Park, here is a link to their website: http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=453

Thanks to Mary Sue for allowing me to share her photos with you here.