Wild Hyacinth

This afternoon, in an unlikely spot just above the river, a flash of blue caught my attention and there I found that the Wild Hyacinths have just begun to bloom. I couldn’t resist posting one picture: I’m sure I will post more later.

Largeflower triteleia
Triteleia grandiflora
Brodiaea douglasii
Lily family

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Saskatoon serviceberry

Besides all of the different looks to these blossoms they have a special significance to me: in a month or so they will turn into one of my favorite berries. Many times over the years, while on long hikes in the mountains, they have provided delicious meals on the trail. They are large, plentiful and wonderful tasting. Unlike with other berries which one might eat one at a time, the proper way to eat Serviceberries is to put a whole handful into your mouth at once and it will completely flood your mouth with flavor.

Saskatoon serviceberry, Western serviceberry
Amelanchier alnifolia
Rose family