Decades ago–say, back in the 1970s and 1980s–the Brazilian Jacaranda trees planted all over Los Angeles bloomed in early June. In recent years the trees have begun to bloom earlier. Climate change, perhaps?
In Pasadena Jacarandas planted along Del Mar boulevard are now in bloom. This year, however, the blooms seem a bit sparse. I suspect the drought is to blame for this. Due to the ongoing drought there are tight regulations about irrigating plants and trees in Pasadena.
To come to see them in Pasadena via the Metro, exit at the Del Mar Gold Line station and turn left on Raymond. Turn left again at the first corner and you’ll be on Del Mar with a mile of blooming Jacaranda ahead of you. At the far end is Lake, a popular shopping and dining street in Pasadena.
You can also find good food at La Grande Orange, a restaurant at the Del Mar station, is one of my favorites. Asked to be seated on the covered patio.
