Cactus Flowers at Last
When not distracted by orchids, I found the time to search out some flowering cacti. It’s still not peak season, so you may see more anon.
Peralta Canyon
The hike up Peralta Canyon is a bit over two miles each way. When you reach the rim, you’ll have climbed about 1300 feet. Most would consider this a moderate hike. But when the temperature is 85f (30c) it becomes a greater challenge.
Orchids
We went to the Desert Botanical Garden because the cacti are blooming, but got waylaid by an orchid exhibit.
Au revoir la Nouvelle-Zélande
We bid a fond and unusual farewell to the Land of the Long White Cloud.
