Ideal for hikers, foragers, and plant lovers, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live. Wildflowers of the Midwest is a comprehensive field guide for anyone wishing to learn about the amazingly diverse wildflowers of the region. This must-have book describes and illustrates 1000 commonly encountered species, including perennials, annuals, and shrubs, both native and nonnative. With more than 1,000 superb color photographs and a user-friendly organization by flower color and shape, this is a must-have guide for birders, hikers, foragers, and natural history buffs. Covers Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa. Describes and illustrates 1,000 commonly encountered species Includes perennials, annuals, and shrubs, both native and nonnative User-friendly organization by flower color and shape.