Homer L. Pearson helped start the carnation flower judging contest which allowed Colorado carnations to be judged and compared with flowers across the country. He also served on the committee that trademarked the Colorado Carnation. During his tenure in the Colorado House of Representatives, Pearson established funding for the Posey Pickers of Colorado. He helped organize the first grower short course in February 1936, and developed the grades and standards for carnations, which are still in use today. Pearson served as Speaker of the House three times and sponsored legislation that allowed rural fire departments to be formed. He also served as lieutenant governor from 1946 to 1948, and was a member of the Colorado Board of Agriculture from 1961 to 1969.