Sunflowers add a splash of late-summer color to gardens and landscapes, but they are more than just pretty flowers. The seeds produced by these plants are a tasty treat for people and wildlife. Take ...

Cutting sunflowers in fall keeps gardens tidy, reduces pests, and frees space for other plants. Leaving them benefits soil health, adds nutrients, and provides seeds for birds. Both options ...

Editor's Note: This article was been updated Tuesday, Sept. 23, with bloom time for the sunflowers at Wildflower Lookout. The public can weigh in on plans for a $25 million housing development on ...