Yuma’s wildflower season is short but it’s amazing
A desert covered in a riot of colors is a lovely sight to see
Readers, have you gotten outside to check out the wildflowers?
If not, we suggest you do so soon, because what we’ve seen has been pretty spectacular.
Driving out in the desert right now, it looks as if the landscape is covered in a soft green carpet, with dark green vibrant cacti sprinkling the view.
That in and of itself is unusual.
But then, there is a wild riot of color mixed in.
There are gorgeous bursts of yellow flowers popping up everywhere.
Driving up Highway 95 heading north out of Yuma, it’s lovely, with purple blossoms and white petals all over the place.
We especially appreciate the pops of orange color, gracing the top of the ocotillos!
And then there are the cacti, bursting with fruit and flowers, making it especially magnificent.
One doesn’t have to travel far to see some color, however. Driving around the city, we’ve seen some breathtaking flowers – especially those bougainvillea in bloom!
Other plants appear to be on the cusp of blossoming, such as some of the rose bushes around Yuma.
Walking through Yuma’s East or West Wetlands Parks right now, nature is putting on an amazing show.
And friends, that’s the beauty of the desert. Whether you are in town or out driving on a trail, when Yuma County is in bloom, it’s everywhere.
If you are looking for flowers, we suggest driving along Highway 95, or picking any one of your favorite desert trails.
In town, parks are a terrific option to check out nature. And don’t forget about the gardens in Yuma.
The Robert J Moody Demonstration Garden (2200 W 28th St.) and the Yuma Conservation Garden (2520 E 32nd St.) both showcase desert landscaping at its finest.
But if you are planning on going wildflower hunting, we suggest you do it soon. It’s much too short of a season here!
Readers, we’re curious. Have you spotted any great wildflowers around Yuma County? If so, where did you find the best viewing? Let us know with a Letter to the Editor at letters@yumasun.com.