One of the more noticeable natives blooming right now is the California Buckeye. Unmistakable with its showy upright white blooms, this charming tree is a four season winner. Leafing out early in winter (responding to the increased moisture in the soil), blooming late spring, and sometimes loosing its leaves by mid summer, Aesculus can be kept green longer in a garden setting with some additional summer water. Aside from the beautiful spring display, I think one of the best features of this tree is it's bark. Smooth grey when young, aging to a gnarled form rarely seen on other plants. Keep dogs away from the large seed pods, as they are poisonous.
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