Niguel Botanical Preserve

Niguel Botanical Preserve

On another recent outing, we went to the Niguel Botanical Preserve in Laguna Niguel, CA. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

The Preserve is located off Crown Valley Parkway on the same property as the Community Center. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

There is ample outdoor seating for those wishing to relax. Along the trails in the Preserve, there are benches and many picnic tables in the lawn areas. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

The Preserve itself is on 18.2 acres within Crown Valley Park. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

The Niguel Botanic Preserve is a Mediterranean climate botanic demonstration garden. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

The plant life is collected from five areas worldwide with climates similar to our Southern California Climate—Australia, Chile, South Africa, California/Baha California, and countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

The Preserve aims to demonstrate the appropriate use of drought-tolerant plants through the research and introduction of new species. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

The Preserve aims to demonstrate the appropriate use of drought-tolerant plants through the research and introduction of new species. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

One of the trails is dedicated to the Girl Scouts and another to the Boy Scouts. Along the trail are various displays of the work and values of the Scouts. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

Achieving Eagle Scout is a long and challenging path providing many lessons for life for those who make the journey. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

Even though we were a bit early (the beginning of March 2021), flowers were in bloom, encouraged by a recent couple of rainy days. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

Even though we were a bit early (the beginning of March 2021), flowers were in bloom, encouraged by a recent couple of rainy days. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

Even though we were a bit early (the beginning of March 2021), flowers were in bloom, encouraged by a recent couple of rainy days. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

And all of this beautiful Preserve is nestled in among residential developments in Laguna Niguel, CA. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

We noticed sandbags and drainage ditches in some areas of the Preserve. When the rainy season is upon us, there is often soil erosion, so the Preserve is planning ahead. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

All around us were the sounds of birds and children at soccer practice on the Park soccer fields. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

A couple of Downy Woodpeckers teased me when we sat on a bench drinking in the beauty of this Preserve. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

A couple of Downy Woodpeckers teased me when we sat on a bench drinking in the beauty of this Preserve. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

New-growth next to old-growth in this pine tree. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

I’m guessing that during winter rains, this bridge takes visitors over a rapidly moving creek. But it is dry now. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

I couldn’t resist this splash of color in the dull-brown landscape. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

Many of the plants in the Preserve have nameplates. This plant did not have one. I think this might be a Grevillea Spirit of Anzac. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron

Niguel Botanical Preserve

This Holly Hock practically begged to be photographed. The sunlight was harsh (about noon), but these blossoms were tucked away in the shade. #Laguna_Niguel #CA #Botanical #SCPCphotos #Nikon #Tamron