Mimulus shevockii is now in bloom

Mimulus shevockii with stigma receptive
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Mimulus shevockii is now in bloom.This is a photo from my last visit to Kelso Valley. I expect the species will be in peak bloom in about a week or so. I plan to do another round of surveys April 5th. I will do more pollinator observations, and will census as many populations as possible in days work. Hopefully the weather stays cool and will prolong the season. I would hate to miss out on collecting seeds this year!