Cheney Free Press -

Many counties in the Inland Northwest prohibit or discourage the sale or use of fireworks.

July gardens, however, still explode in color.

Red California fuchsia cascades from hanging baskets and walls, the Pow Wow series, echinacea, invite pollinators to their launching pads.

Speaking of California, bright orange California poppies open their throats to many species of bees as morning sun teases their petals.

Cobalt blue Veronica dazzle the beholder as their blossoms reach for the sun.

Green flower heads of Autumn Joy Sedum hold tight to their stems just waiting for longer summer nights...