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Jun 24, 2024 · Discover the beauty and diversity of these 20 types of wildflowers that are native to the American countryside in this article.
Learn about different wildflowers that grow in the US, their names, colors, and growing conditions. See photos and basic information for each type of wildflower, from agrimony to liverwort.
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- New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) Native to the northeastern U.S., the New England aster is a cheerful salt-tolerant perennial suitable for roadside plantings.
- Blanket Flowers (Gaillardia aristata) Blanket flowers are so named because their colors are reminiscent of an Indigenous blanket design. A North American plains wildflower, blanket flower (Gaillardia aristata) offers a two-toned look.
- Queen Anne's Lace Wildflower (Daucus carota) Queen Anne's lace bears the botanical name Daucus carota. Indeed, Queen Anne's lace is related to carrots. If you pull up one of these wildflowers, you can smell a carrot-like fragrance emanating from the bruised roots.
- Bachelor Buttons (Centaurea cyanus and Centaurea montana) The origin of the name "bachelor buttons" comes from the way these flowers were once used. They were sometimes placed in the buttonhole of a suit or shirt; bachelors sported the flower when they went courting.
- Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) Monarch butterflies are in trouble. A 2022 release from the Department of the Interior said western overwintering populations have declined by 95% since the '80s.
- Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella) Indian blanket adds a pop of bright red-orange bordered by chipper yellow to gardens throughout the southern and central U.S. This coloring gives it the alternative name "firewheel."
- Red Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) Red columbine is a buttercup, unique in its downward-pointing red and yellow flowers. The blooms appear to be bowing their heads.
- Black-Eyed Susan (Ruudbeckia hirta) Black-eyed Susans are seen as the quintessential wildflower in the eastern half of the U.S. They look very similar to a sunflower, with their yellow petals and black centers, but they're much smaller (reaching up to 36 inches) and not actually related to their big-headed dopplegangers.
Jun 10, 2024 · Wildflowers—plants that grow without any help from people—don't just fill landscapes with color and texture, they also serve as an essential food source for pollinators, making them a perfect addition to your garden.
Oct 9, 2023 · Learn how to choose and grow native wildflowers for your garden, from black-eyed susan to yarrow. Discover the benefits of wildflowers for wildlife, soil, and beauty.
Sep 17, 2021 · Learn about 15 species of native wildflowers that are widespread and adaptable across North America. Find out how to grow, care for, and enjoy these beautiful and sustainable plants in your garden.
