Wildflowers Everywhere

When the dogs and I go for our early morning walk sometimes we have to stop and smell the flowers...

Compass plant - Silphium laciniatum - is the tallest of all the native prairie plants sometimes reaching a dozen feet in height.  (This one was only as tall as me).

This plant aligns itself north to south to maximize exposure to sunlight.

If you are inclined - collect the sap and make chewing gum from it.