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Montrose In Bloom: Photo Of The Day

That Spring feeling is in the air in Montrose, the Mitford of the West coast.

A view of The T Room through the flowers in Montrose.
A view of The T Room through the flowers in Montrose. (Mary Dawson / CalWest Media)

Easter egg colors! Happy scenes! Storefronts with aqua awnings, lace curtains, and bay windows. All seen through beautifully landscaped vistas of flowers. It almost sounds like an enchanted cottage. This is Montrose as we approach Spring.

When other parts of the country have yet another gray sky, frigid temps and snow, here we are. Tree lined streets, outdoor dining with fresh air, and the most creative entrepreneurs L.A. has to offer.

Montrose is a destination spot! Did you know it was one of the inspirations for New York Times best selling author Jan Karon's Mitford Series about a charming small town where everyone wants to live?

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