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called Blue Myrtle in cultivation as well as California Lilac. It was first discovered by Eschscholtz in 1816, was introduced
into English gardens in 1837. It is distributed from Mendoeino Co. to the Valley of the San Luis Rey River, is the largest
species sometimes attaining a height of 35 feet - a truly glorious plant. Now I must go to work again on that hug red Canon.
Come see us all of you as soon as you can. I am sending the photos to Larksp illegible r which I promised Mrs M. Elmer. Ever
faithfully yours John Muir