The flower behind the Waterworks Hill dog leash restriction

The flower behind the Waterworks Hill dog leash restriction

Missoulas hills are alive with wildflowers, especially the North Hills. That is where the Missoula phlox, a plant only found in Missoula County, thrives and where efforts are underway to study and protect the unique plant.This time of year is a really amazing time to be on the North Hills when just so much life is kind of coming forth, said Peter Whitney, a program specialist with City of Missoula Parks and Recreation Conservation Lands Program.…