California Wildflowers Bloom Returns Early After Winter Storms – edhat

Early winter storms have transformed parts of California into vivid colors, with landscapes across the state bursting into bloom following early winter storms.   Sharing an image of the Temblor Mountains painted in vibrant coloured wildflowers in a social media post, the U.S. Department of the Interior said strong rainfall years have resulted in the hillsides sporting sweeping bands of color, creating dramatic ribbons of color. While most of the flowers are in bloom at the mountains, there is little display on the valley floor, the department said on its website .  “The wildflowers on Carrizo Plain National Monument are currently prevalent on the Temblor Mountains, with yellows and splashes of orange, with more sprouting every day,” said Monument Manager Johna Hurl. Certain sections of the valley floor are still wet, making some of the roads muddy and impassable.  The early winter storms have set the stage for similarly vibrant displays of colorful blooms across California, drawing several visitors to witness the seasonal spectacle. More flowers will continue to bloom, but the abundance of rains early in the season and warm temperatures have resulted in early bloom.  Beyond the Temblor Mountains, there are several similar scenic wildflower viewing opportunities in the
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