Sunflowers indeed grow along many roads throughout the American plains, but this story is actually from Willa Cather’s beloved novelMy Ántonia.The narrator tells us: “I believe that botanists do not confirm Jake’s story […] Nevertheless, that legend has stuck in my mind, and sunflower...
Cosmos self-seed so if you do not want them to grow in the same area, make sure you remove spent flower before they go to seed. If you want them to remain in that area of your yard or garden, you can allow the flowers to remain on the stalks so that the seeds fall to the ...
Plant Fiber Paper showcases paper made from Kansas plants. See the process of making paper from plant fiber. Plants for the Garden Landscaping: Plant of the Day Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) These are plants that I encourage people to grow in their gardens. Not only are they beautiful...
EXPOSURE: Spring-blooming natives found in the understory of deciduous forests require early-spring sunlight filtering through leafless trees to grow, bloom and set seed before going dormant by summer, so a garden location that mimics that situation is best....
We grow cut flowers at The KC Flower Farm to bring joy to our friends and family in Kansas City. Our passion is farming and sharing that love and knowledge with others. We welcome to the farm agrotourists, schools and anyone interested in learning how to
Aster is easy to grow and a native plant throughout many states, especially in the eastern half of the country. Their blooms pop up later in the season, extending your garden’s color into late summer and fall. This flower produces a lot of pollen and nectar, which causes those with ...
"Pain can be everlasting, or it can be brief. Learn as you grow." - Larry T. Little Free Library In honor of Steph's father Larry and all who left us too soon, in 2023 we added a Little Free Library in their memory. Take a Book. Share a Book. The Hope & Wildflowers Little...
The problem with keeping plants alive in pots and window boxes is that you have to water them gently and frequently, especially in the hot states like FL (for me) and TX (for you). My FIL is a research agriculturist who can grow pretty much anything on his farm, but that’s because...
Canada anemone, aka Canada windflower, definitely packs a punch with its vibrant white petals and yellow middle sections. It’s easy to grow – just give it some moist soil and part shade – and is perfect for large colonies. Rumour has it that when the wind blows, you can see the whit...
Baltimore Ravens rookie receiver Zay Flowers made a couple of major mistakes that cost his team points late in the AFC championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs.