Flowers of mountain and plain

This compact guide invites anyone cruising through the western wilderness to pause and discover the hidden world of mountain and prairie blossoms. Filled with twenty‑five vivid color plates drawn from a classic botanical series, it showcases 175 of the most striking flowers that line streams, meadows, and forest edges from the Rockies to the plains. Each illustration is paired with concise notes on habitat, blooming season, and the quirky ways insects pollinate these plants.

The book balances beautiful art with practical facts, making it a handy reference for road‑tripers, hikers, and garden enthusiasts alike. Readers learn why a deep‑purple monkshood can be both a garden favorite and a potent poison, or how the state flower, the blue columbine, attracts long‑nosed bees with its elegant spurs. By the end, the pages spark a deeper appreciation for the delicate ecosystems that thrive across the high country and open grasslands.