I probably have at least on post a year showcasing the Huntington Gardens. It’s such a blessing to have this so close to home. It’s also great to have a friend with membership so we went together and just walked around, enjoying the beauty.
Many of the cacti and succulents are blooming, often in orange.
These wonderful South African flowers are blooming. These are Protea, they grow very well in Southern California, we have the same climate.
The cactus garden here is amazing. 40 years ago, when I visited for the first time, it was one big mess. They got control of it again and it is stunning. Some of the aloe are really huge.
It had rained in the morning, we still have these gorgeous clouds in the sky. 
It was Valentines Day, couples were out enjoying the beautiful day. How cute is this? This comes from the anime world. Dressing up in cute dresses, looking like a baby doll. It would be fun to make a dress for someone like this.
Some people were busy working, three people on one bonsai bush.
Chinese lanterns for the Chinese New year are still hanging around the garden.
Looking down on the Japanese garden, what a view!
A lizard grabbing some rays.
Speaking of Ray, we had a cup of coffee and talked quilting. A young woman approached, she works for Hoffman Fabrics. She is the daughter of Helen from SewkindofWonderul. So we proudly showed off pictures of quilts we both have made from their patterns. Chatted about the textile industry (oy!). And told her and her husband to enjoy a wonderful day. Through Instagram I got in touch with Helen and we both had a laugh about the small world story.
Leah