This columbine is such a beautiful flower to see in a garden or the wild.
Plants have flowers for the simple and straightforward goal of helping them reproduce and thereby survive. Here is a short explanation of why some (not all) plants have flowers. Continue reading
Have you seen this lovely flower yet this spring?
Yellow Glacier Lily is a tiny, but beautiful flower that is common in the Rocky Mountains during the spring. Here are 7 facts about this lovely spring flower that is a welcome sight after a long winter. Continue reading
I love this bright arrowleaf balsamroot flower:)
Arrowleaf balsamroot is one of the flowers I love to see in the springtime. Here are 7 facts about this spring bloomer in the Rocky Mountains that you may not know. Continue reading
This Aspen leaf is a type of broadleaf plant.
There are many different types of leaves, such as broadleaves, needles, and even scales. Here is an overview on the function of leaves and the different kinds. Continue reading
Colorado Blue Columbine.
Columbine is one of my favorite wildflowers of the Rocky Mountains. Here are 6 facts about this exquisite flower. Continue reading
Fireweed is a magnificent flower that grows in the Rocky Mountains. I love seeing a few of these beautiful wildflowers standing tall and proud. Continue reading
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Lupine is a truly special wildflower that can be found growing in the Rocky Mountains. Here are some fun facts about this common flower of the Rockies. Continue reading
How would you describe the shape of this leaf?
A basic knowledge of the common leaf shapes can help with tree and plant identification. Here are the common leaf shapes you may encounter in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading
A basic knowledge of common leaf edges will greatly help with the identification of plants. Here are some of the common leaf edges you are likely to encounter. Continue reading
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Knowing certain plant and tree terminology will help beginners when they are learning about plants and trees. Here are a number of common terms or words that you may encounter. Continue reading