Author Archives: Karin Kaufman

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The Black Oak (Quercus kelloggii) is one of the most spectacular plants native to the Sierra Nevada to watch in the spring. After their leaves unfurl in shades of pink, red, and burgundy, they turn a bright green which could be where the term “spring green” came from. This burst of color is especially beautiful right after a rain: the bright green presents a dramatic contrast to the wet, dark bark of the trunk and branches. The leaves mature to … Continue reading →