Colorful wildflowers announce a new year, new growth and freshness on the land. “Spring” wildflowers bloom not just in spring but throughout the fall in many regions of the country. Blooming depends on seasonal weather, altitude, temperature, habitat and latitude.
I live in California, a state over 1,000 miles from north to south, blessed with all these elements. I can photograph wildflowers from early February through September. You can find similar situations in many regions of the country.
Join me as I go on the road in California to reveal the best spots to photograph wildflowers. I’ll also share tips with you on how to capture these colorful beauties at their best as they emerge in other parts of the country this spring.
Desert Blooms
The deserts of Southern California produce the first spring wildflowers if winter rains cooperate. One of