May 20, 2011
by Deb
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Chocolate lily (Fritillaria lanceolata) Fritillaria species have become quite uncommon in the wild. We didn’t notice the many lilies until we made our return trip. The checkered flowers turn their heads down — so that the Pacific Northwest rain doesn’t … Continue reading
July 3, 2009
by Deb
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Today Danielle and I hiked Mount Mitchell in SW Washington, south of Mount St Helens. Guides (Sullivan and Portland Hikes Field Guide) promised four-mountain views. They didn’t mention the extraordinary beargrass, which was in full flower and more abundant than … Continue reading