Do Sunflowers Have a Scent? Exploring the Subtle, Sweet Aroma of Summer’s Happy Flower

Sunflowers, the tallest flower in the world, captivate us with their beautiful faces and unwavering gaze toward the star that gives them life. However, despite how beautiful they are to look at, their smell is still a mystery. It is often described as faint, elusive, and subjective. Unlike their fragrant floral brethren, sunflowers don’t rely … Read more

Flowers That Look Like Forget-Me-Nots

Forget-me-nots, with their delicate blue flowers, are a beloved garden flower. However, true forget-me-nots (Myosotis) can sometimes be tricky to grow or may not be suitable for all garden conditions. Luckily, there are several other flowers that closely resemble forget-me-nots and make good substitutes in the garden. Brunnera One of the closest look-alikes is Brunnera, … Read more

The Versatile and Hardy Shrubby St. John’s Wort Plant

Leaves are opposite, narrowly elliptical, abruptly narrowed toward base, to 2½ inches long, sessile, shiny, somewhat leathery. Similar species: There are 14 species of Hypericum in Missouri. Their flowers have four or five yellow petals, four or five sepals, many stamens, and one pistil. Their leaves are opposite and simple, whole, and have small resin … Read more