Planting wildflower seeds is a great way to add a beautiful, low-maintenance, and relatively affordable flower bed to your outdoor space. In fact, more and more gardeners are replacing lawns with ...

Mother Nature is shaking off the throes of a long, cold winter, and there’s no better evidence of this than the explosion of spring wildflowers. For me, an early April trek to wildflower-rich southern ...

The age-old saying, April showers bring May flowers, certainly holds true this spring. Last month’s rains have brought a bumper crop of spring wildflowers that are now in full bloom – just in time for ...

If you dream of vibrant wildflower displays in spring, then now is the time to act. “Planting wildflowers is all about delayed gratification,” said Arnold. “You won’t see immediate results, but ...

As winter fades, even a bit of sunshine is something to celebrate. For one group of plants, spring’s first sunny days are essential for their survival. They only have a few weeks to catch the rays ...

Early spring marks the start of wildflower season in Iowa, but these natural buds are only available for a limited time. Woodland areas in Iowa are where wildflowers flourish the most as the weather ...

Last week, I asked for a few spring hiking tips during an interview with LeeAnn Kriegh, author of “Nature of Bend: A Field Guide to Plants and Animals.” She pointed me to Whychus Canyon Preserve, a ...