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- Chicory. Cichorium intybus. Growing Information. USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-10. Life Cycle: Perennial. Approximate mature size: 1-4′ (30-120 cm) Bloom Time: Summer, Fall.
- Blue Vervain. Verbena hastata. Also known as the American Vervain or Swamp Verbena. Growing Information. USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-9. Life Cycle: Perennial. Approximate mature size: 2-5′ (60-150cm)
- Common Blue Violet. Viola sororia. Also known as Common Meadow Violet, Purple Violet, Woolly Blue Violet, Hooded Violet, and Wood Violet. Growing Information.
- Common Periwinkle. Vinca minor. Also known as Lesser Periwinkle or Dwarf Periwinkle. Growing Information. USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-9. Life Cycle: Perennial. Approximate mature size: 4-6″ (10-15cm)
- White Trillium. Scientific Name: Trillium grandiflorum. This wildflower is white with three-petaled flowers and three green leaves. It is a classic woodland wildflower that attracts pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.
- Purple Coneflower. Scientific Name: Echinacea purpurea. The purple coneflower is a much loved wildflower thanks to its ability to attract a wide array of good insects, such as bees, butterflies, and beneficial wasps.
- Wild Columbine. Scientific Name: Aquilegia canadensis. The wild columbine produces red and yellow spurred flowers that resemble a hummingbird in flight.
- Butterfly Weed. Scientific Name: Asclepias tuberosa. The butterfly weed is named for its ability to attract a slew of butterflies. It produces bright orange clusters of flowers and is a host plant for monarch butterflies.
- Black-Eyed Susan
- Blue Flag Iris
- Blue Phlox
- Butterfly Weed
- Cardinal Flower
- Common Milkweed
- Downy Yellow Violet
- Dutchman’s Breeches
- Eastern Red Columbine
- Golden Alexanders
Black-eyed Susan is one of Ohio’s most iconic wildflowers. These bright yellow flowers belong to the Rudbeckiagenus from the aster or daisy family (Asteraceae). They thrive on prairies and grasslands in full sun across the state of Ohio. Black-eyed Susan flowers have dark brown central florets surrounded by bright yellow ray petals and green oval-s...
Blue flag iris is a herbaceous perennial from the iris family (Iridaceae). It’s native to eastern parts of North America and thrives in wetland habitats and along riverbanks across Ohio. Blue flag iris produces large, rich blue iris flowers with yellow markings on the petals. The flowers grow on upright stems from clumps of long, strap-like light g...
Blue phlox is a flowering perennial from the phlox family (Polemoniaceae). This native Ohio flower thrives in forests and woodland habitats. Blue phlox grows in clumps of hairy, oval-shaped leaves. In spring, blue phlox produces clusters of tubular pale blue or lilac flowers with five petals. Blue phlox also has a pleasant scent. These semi-evergre...
Butterfly weed is a herbaceous perennial from the dogbane family (Apocynaceae). Butterfly weed is native to eastern and southwestern parts of North America. These plants thrive in full sun and dry, loose soils. These native Ohio flowers produce large clusters of colorful red, yellow, or orange flowers. These flowers attract butterflies and other po...
Cardinal flowers are clump-forming herbaceous perennials from the bellflower family (Campanulaceae). They are native to parts of North America, Central America, and Mexico. Cardinal flowers thrive in moist woodlands and wetland habitats like swamps. These native Ohio plants have upright racemes of bright red flowerswith deeply lobed petals. Cardina...
Common milkweed is a herbaceous perennial from the milkweed genus (Asclepiasspp.) in the dogbane family. They are native to eastern parts of North America and thrive in sandy conditions. Common milkweed has broad oval or lance-shaped leaves with prominent veins. Common milkweed also produces rounded clusters of fragrant pink or purple flowers. Thes...
Downy yellow violets are herbaceous perennials from the violet family (Violaceae). They are native to woodlands and beautiful wildflower meadowsacross North America. These colorful flowers need partial shade. Downy yellow violets have leathery heart-shaped leaves with toothed edges, producing bright yellow flowerswith black veins in the center. The...
Dutchman’s breeches are herbaceous perennials from the poppy family (Papaveraceae). These plants are native to the eastern parts of North America. Dutchman’s breeches thrive in rich woodland habitats with moist soils. Dutchman’s breeches produce unusual white flowers shaped like pantaloons, hence the common name. The flowers have yellow tips and a ...
Eastern red columbines are herbaceous perennials from the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). Also known as Canadian Columbine, Eastern Red Columbines are native to eastern regions of North America. Eastern red columbines have nodding red flowers with a crown of distinctive spurs at the back of each flower. In addition, they showcase bright yellow st...
Golden Alexanders are herbaceous perennials native to eastern parts of North America. Golden Alexanders come from the carrot or parsley family (Apiaceae). They are adaptable plants that thrive in various habitats, including prairies and woodlands. Golden Alexanders have tall branching stems with pinnate lance or oval-shaped leaves. They produce umb...
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- Virginia Spring Beauty. The Virginia Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica) is a low-growing and delicate wildflower that can be found in tree lawns, meadows, and woodlands.
- Mayapple. The Mayapple flowers (Podophyllum peltatum) from late April to May. Each plant produces two rounded and deeply cleft leaves. They have large white flowers with yellow stamens.
- Common Jewelweed. The Common Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis), also known as the spotted jewelweed is an annual plant, native to North America. It can grow to 1.5 meters in height, blooming from late spring to early fall.
- Common Milkweed. The Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a fragrant wildflower and is the main host plant for the Monarch butterfly with beautiful mauve flowers and succulent leaves.
- Common Milkweed. Very aromatic and sweetly scented, this milkweed species is the one seen most often in Ohio. It can be an aggressive grower which might be why some think of it as a weed.
- American Water Lotus. This native lotus is the largest wildflower in Ohio. The fragrant flowers can grow up to 10” across and the perfectly round leaves can reach up to 3’ in diameter.
- Rough Blazing Star. There are six species of liatris that are native to Ohio. They can be found in the prairies across Ohio. This particular species is mostly seen in southern Ohio and a few spots in the sandier soils of the Oak Openings region.
- Blue-Eyed Grass. The narrow leaves of this small plant make it look like a grass, but it is actually a member of the iris family. The adorably sweet flowers grow about ½” across.
May 10, 2024 · Enjoy Ohio's Wildflowers. Spring wildflowers information for the state of Ohio including weekly bloom reports, featured wildflowers and viewing hotspots.
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Mar 8, 2024 · The 10 Wildflowers That Grow in Ohio. 1. Great Rhododendron. Image Credit; Piqsels. Family. Rhododendron maximum. The great rhododendron is a large evergreen shrub that can grow as tall as 30 feet. It flowers from June through July and produces fruit from August to October.
