Bring the untamed beauty of the West to your garden with the Western Wilderness Wildflowers collection—a stunning mix of hardy, pollinator-friendly native perennials that thrive in dry, open landscapes. Designed for full sun and well-drained soils, this drought-tolerant trio provides continuous blooms from late spring through fall, creating a rich habitat for butterflies, bees, and birds while adding brilliant color and texture to your outdoor space.
What’s Included?
- Prairie Coneflower (Ratibida columnifera): Also known as Mexican Hat, this distinctive wildflower features drooping yellow petals surrounding a tall, dark central cone. A magnet for pollinators, it thrives in dry, open spaces and adds unique height and movement to your garden.
- Prairie Goldenrod (Solidago missouriensis): One of the earliest goldenrods to bloom, this cheerful, yellow-flowered perennial provides essential late-season nectar for monarchs, bees, and other pollinators while offering seeds for birds in the fall.
- Blue Flax (Linum lewisii): A delicate yet resilient wildflower with graceful, sky-blue blooms, Blue Flax adds a soft, airy touch to dry meadows, prairies, and pollinator gardens. It blooms from late spring through summer, supporting native bees and butterflies.
Why Choose the Western Wilderness Wildflowers Collection?
- Long-Lasting Seasonal Blooms: Provides continuous color and nectar from late spring through fall.
- Pollinator & Bird Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, while seed heads support songbirds in fall.
- Drought-Tolerant & Resilient: Thrives in rocky, sandy, and well-drained soils with minimal watering once established.
- Perfect for Prairie & Meadow Plantings: These plants thrive in naturalized landscapes and wildflower meadows.
- Deer & Rabbit Resistant: Naturally unappealing to deer, ensuring lasting blooms.
- Pollinator-Safe: Grown non-GMO and free of harmful neonicotinoids, promoting a healthy ecosystem for pollinators and wildlife.
Available in collections of nine, 18, or 27 plants to create a stunning, wildlife-friendly landscape.
Planting Tips:
- Location: Select a full sun site with well-drained, sandy, or rocky soil. Avoid areas with heavy clay or excessive moisture, as these plants prefer drier conditions.
- Watering: Water deeply after planting to help roots establish. Water regularly for the first few weeks, then reduce watering—these plants are highly drought-tolerant once mature.
- Maintenance: Minimal care required. There's no need to deadhead the flowers, as allowing them to go to seed provides a valuable food source for birds. Leaving the stems standing in the fall offers overwintering sites for beneficial insects. If desired, cut back the stems in late spring after pollinators have emerged.
For more information on planting, view our How to Plant Your Native Plants guide and other planting tips in the Garden for Wildlife Learning Center.
Embrace the beauty and resilience of the West with the Western Wilderness Wildflowers Collection—a vibrant, low-maintenance mix of native wildflowers that thrive in challenging environments while supporting pollinators and birds!