The Superior Express -

After six days of more than 100 degree daytime weather, relief came at the end of the week with a much needed rain and cooler temperatures. A drive along the country back roads showed a display of native sunflowers and how showy they are now. Sunflowers are bright and cheery. Every year I look forward to seeing them show up. After all, sunflowers are Kansas’ state flower and I can see why they were chosen for that honor.

Sunflowers have become popular in interior decorating, featured on clothing and included by professional florists in many of their flower arrangements. Sunflowers have even be...