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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Diving into World Oceans Day
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Colorful boats in Marsaxlokk Harbor, Malta
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Fog above the forest
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International Day of the Tropics
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World Otter Day
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Construction workers resting above Manhattan
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Old Town of Rovinj, Croatia
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Porto Cathedral, Portugal
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Storm rolls over the grasslands
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Hiding in plain sight
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Winter solstice
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Virgin Islands National Park established
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Vatican City with St. Peters Basilica
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Indigenous Peoples Day
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National Lighthouse Day
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Frozen fun in the Canadian cold
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Gentoo penguins in Antarctica
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Happy Easter!
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Storseisundet Bridge, Norway
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On the hunt
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Polar bear season in Manitoba
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An old celebration for a new season
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World Migratory Bird Day
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All Rhodes lead to the beach
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Fat Bear Week
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Swim city
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Playa del Amor, Marietas Islands, Mexico
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A growing business
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Nature Photography Day
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Endangered Species Day
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