There is no shortage of flowers in Southern California this time of year. But you don’t have to trek north to the Carlsbad flower fields or east to the blooming Anza-Borrego desert to get your flower fix. From shops to guided walks, there are a number of flower finds right here in La Jolla. A perennial experience The La Jolla Historical Society will hold its 13th annual Secret Garden Tour of Old La Jolla on May 14, and tickets are in high-demand (they sell out every year). So for those planning to take the exclusive stroll through the gardens of La Jolla’s most cherished estates, it’s time to make reservations. The locations of the gardens that will be showcased are, as always, a secret until the day of the event. But the historical society has revealed a little bit about what’s in store this year — including edible landscapes, oceanfront gardens, lives artists, tabletop décor and exclusive estates. Platinum and self-guided tours are available, with the platinum ($140 for society members and $150 for non-members) offering brunch at the Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa, an additional exclusive secret garden, shuttle service, docent guides and a special commemorative gift. To make reservations, call (858) 459-5335 ext. 5 or visit to www.lajollahistory.org. Bridget’s back in full bloom Ten years ago, La Jolla native Bridget Lacey ended a 20-year stint in the flower business to start a family — but her passion for being a flower shop owner didn’t fully wilt. Two kids later, Lacey has opened Bridget’s Blooms, and outdoor flower shop at 1055 Torrey Pines Road, across from “Come On In” Café. Lacey, the former owner of Bloomers in La Jolla, said she is glad to be back and making arrangements. And this time around, the business is a family affair. “It’s a family business with my husband, my children and my sister involved,” she said. “I’m so happy to be back!” Good excuse to wash the car Twenty bucks often doesn’t buy much these days, but at Blossoms flower shop at 819 Turquoise St., it’ll get you a create-your-own bouquet. Celebrating 19 years at this Turquoise Street location (in the La Jolla Car Wash parking lot), owner Lori Anzor said many of her clients are walk-bys who can’t help putting together a bouquet or even buying a single flower. While she said the majority of her regular clients are La Jollans looking for good quality at an inexpensive price, many people drive from other areas of San Diego just to buy flowers at Blossoms (formerly known as Beach Blossoms). Anzor also provides services for weddings and other events. But besides the flowers, many come by the flower stand to visit Murphy, Anzor’s black Laborador companion who always accompanies her to work. “It’s funny,” she said, “because people come up looking for him and I’m like, ‘What about me?’”