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CHASING BLOSSOMS
SMELL THE COLOR OF BLOOM Words by Julie Bielenberg | Photos courtesy of Gunnison River Farms/Black Canyon Anglers
A
s the days get longer and the sun warms
displays of spring blossoms. Here are three
the winter soil, Colorado’s Western Slope
incredible, blooming spring adventures.
becomes enveloped with a palette of fruitful and colorful blooms.
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PALISADE PEACH BLOSSOMS
People chase the fall foliage around the
Peaches are part of the rose family; therefore,
globe. However, the longest days of the year
their blossoms are extremely fragrant. Palisade
yield the most aromatic and extravagant
blossoms are typically pink in color, varying