Cornflowers are often used in wildflower mixes and as a colourful addition to garden beds. 81. Hydrangea Hydrangeas are celebrated for their large, lush flowers that come in shades of blue, pink, white, and purple. Native to Asia and the Americas, hydrangeas thrive in a range of climates ...
The good thing about this little yellow wildflower is that it only requires a little care, and even a novice gardener can grow it quickly. 53. Prickly Pear Botanical Name:Opuntia This spiny cactus bears cute little flowers and edible fruits, too! It is one of the best types of cactus, a...
Along with perennial sunflowers, native goldenrod are known for their fall color that makes a spectacular fall wildflower display. 48. Strawflower Botanical Name:Xerochrysum bracteatum Strawflower, with its warm tones of orange, yellow, red, and pink, looks like the perfect cut flower in any fa...
versicolor, is a lovely three-foot wildflower from the Northeast that appears in ditches and boggy areas along country roads. It is a great pond plant. I.I. sibirica (Siberian iris), hardy in Zones 4-8, has large flat lovely 3- to 4-inch flowers on 30-inch stems and great foliage-...
A common North American wildflower, woods rose is a deciduous shrub. Both fast-growing and long-lived, you can find them in meadow edges and forests across the continent. It plays acritical rolein its native ecosystems, supporting both pollinators and bird populations. ...
There are many types of roses that come in a host of colors, sizes, and textures. Learn about the different kinds and which varieties grow best in your region.
Coneflowers are quite eye-catching. They are herbaceous perennials that vigorously bloom through theentirety of summer. They are the perfect flowers to showcase in wildflower gardens. Coneflowers grow in clumps around 2 to 3 feet in height. They are easy to care for in well-drained soil. Kee...
Native to California,blue flaxis ashort-lived wildflowerthat grows at an angle rather than straight up. It produces numerous flowers, each blooming for a single day before wilting. Flowering continues through late spring and summer. Blue flax requires moderate watering and plenty of sunlight to th...
“Native Cultivar vs. Straight Species Native Plants” “How to Design a Native Plant Garden” “How to Grow a Wildflower Meadow” The options available to you will depend on where you live. Let’s go over some common natives. Creeping phlox (Phlox subulata) ...
for working lands, including planting evergreen buffer zones between cultivated acreage and wildflower meadows to block key pollinator habitats from drift. From conventional to organic operations, and from tiny patios to large parks, every scale and use of land can positively impact pollinator health....