Tropical Scents, Sights Abound In South Orange County Beach Towns

DANA POINT, CA —Capistrano Beach residents and visitors have seen a plethora of blooms this summer, but nothing so lovely as the waxy blossom of the plumeria trees.

Known for their prevalence in Hawaii, this lovely flower has a heavenly scent that can transport you straight to the islands, right outside your back door. For Katie Armstrong, a resident of Capistrano Beach, it is something to stop and smell, and even better than a rose.

"I've noticed so many of my neighbors have beautiful plumeria blossoms this year!" she told Patch. "They are perfect flowers, and have such an amazing aroma."

Thank you for taking time and smelling the...plumerias, Katie! And for sending us a photo.

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