The Ojai Garden

There is something about the unexpectedness of a tough, spiny cactus that suddenly creates a delicate flower, generously overflowing with pollen, that makes me swoon in ecstasy.In this time of drought, cacti are especially appreciated in the summer garden for their ability to withstand the heat and thrive with little water. The City of Ojai Community Demonstration Garden has two striking cactus and succulent beds that line the entry from the parking lot.Photos by Les Dublin.