I frequently visit the Vail Pass rest area to see which flowers are in bloom and who is pollinating them. In early summer, a pinkish red or rose stand of blooms caught my eye — this was my first ...

Attracting butterflies to a garden is one of the simplest joys of cultivating a healthy, thriving outdoor space. These pollinators don't just bring movement and color—they serve an essential ...

Crane’s bill geranium, prairie smoke geum and rudbeckia are three perennial flowers we may be hearing more about this year. Each one is being recognized in some fashion in 2008. The Perennial Plant ...

What flower says “Chicago” to Tribune readers? For the last week, Home&Garden has been conducting a completely nonbinding, wildly unscientific poll for a flower that better represents the spirit of ...