From seashore to mountain peak, the wild, untended blossoms of Washington flourish almost year round. This easy-to-use guide by the late Chess Lyons is loaded with brilliant color photographs and complete descriptions of nearly 500 species. Includes specific ranges and colors of flowers; historical notes from the writings of Lewis & Clark, David Douglas, and other explorers and early botanists; ecological zones with maps and photos; keys to distinguishing among similar species; and Native American uses of plants.