The head waters of the Cache la Poudre River are in Rocky Mountain National Park and it winds its way along 126 miles of scenic beauty to join the … [Read more...] about A Daytrip along the Cache La Poudre River
Fabaceae
Alfalfa Has Beautiful Pea-like Flowers
Pictured above is an example of Alfalfa, Medicago sativa. This member of the Pea family (Fabaceae) has been used as a forage crop since 490 BC. It is … [Read more...] about Alfalfa Has Beautiful Pea-like Flowers
Featherplume Is A Beautifully Flowered Shrub
Featherplume, Dalea formosa, is an interesting woody shrub found in the dry, rocky country of the southwestern United States. It can grow between 3 … [Read more...] about Featherplume Is A Beautifully Flowered Shrub
Bluebonnets The State Flower Of Texas
Springtime in Texas is one of the prettiest times of the year because of all the wildflowers that grace the countryside of our state. Bluebonnets are … [Read more...] about Bluebonnets The State Flower Of Texas
Powderpuffs Are Colorful Groundcover
Pictured here is Mimosa strigillosa which is a member of the Pea and Bean family (Fabaceae). Powderpuff is the common name most folks remember because … [Read more...] about Powderpuffs Are Colorful Groundcover