Bright and bold, sunflowers are loved by bees, birds, and just about everyone. The name of their genus, helianthus, comes from the Greek words for sun (helios) and flower (anthos). These annual plants are known for their large, daisy-like flowers and radiant charm. While sunflowers come in shades of red, orange, and maroon, it"s the classic yellow blooms with brown centers that are the most common.
Blooming sunflowers
Today in History
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The old guard at Old San Juan
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National Napping Day
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Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument anniversary
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A showcase for future fame
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Lake Misurina, Dolomites, Italy
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Nesting season for the leatherbacks
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White trilliums blooming in Ontario, Canada
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Fibonacci Day
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There once was a lighthouse from...
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Carnival of Venice
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Staring down winter
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The Blue City of Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India
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A hidden jewel in Croatia
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Astronomy Day
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Moody skies over Valletta
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The Bahamas as seen from the ISS
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Mexican giant cardon cactus
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Patriot Day
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Abbey Gardens in Bury St Edmunds, England
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Tulips at Emirgan Park in Istanbul, Türkiye
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A wonder in winter
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Temple of Philae, Aswan, Egypt
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Oktoberfest, Munich, Germany
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Spring awakens
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Rainbow River, Rainbow Springs State Park, Florida
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Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
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What are these creatures?
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Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness, New Mexico
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Looking down on the Otter
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