Trillium, also known as birthroot, is a native perennial that has a special place in the heart of botanists for its lack of above-ground stems or leaves and single bloom with three petals that often changes from bright white to reddish-purple. Check out this unique plant and others at the 44th annual Trillium Festival, where you can learn about native landscaping, enter to win a tree, and find out how to attract wildlife to your backyard (if you so desire). There will be nature stations for all ages along the trails, as well as the opportunity to buy more plant babies to take home. by Shannon Lubetich