As Spring paints the city with vibrant shades of violet and polka-dots the sidewalks with purple trumpets, have you ever wondered where the Jacaranda came from and why there are so many on Sydney streets? What history exists behind this iconic tree and how does it create a collective experience for Sydney-siders? Listen as Professor Susan Martin delves into the origins of the lavender sky and explains why learning more about the flora around us can foster a larger sense of appreciation and community. Hopefully, by reflecting and appreciating nature we can reflect on our own origins and the cultural narratives that make Sydney the place it is today.