Dutchman’s Breeches in full spring bloom — the distinctive pantaloon-shaped flowers are one of the most charming sights of the early woodland floor. Photo: Wikimedia
Chestnut Oak foliage and acorns — a critical wildlife food source. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0) Quercus prinus, the Chestnut Oak, is a stately
Beach Plum in spectacular spring bloom. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0) Prunus maritima, commonly known as Beach Plum, is a tough, sprawling native shrub
Fragrant Sumac delivers one of the finest fall color displays of any native shrub, with foliage turning vivid shades of orange, red, and purple. Photo:
Black Oak (Quercus velutina) growing in a savannah landscape. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0) Quercus velutina, commonly known as Black Oak, is one of
Buttonbush’s distinctive spherical, pincushion-like white flower globes in full summer bloom. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0) Cephalanthus occidentalis, commonly known as Buttonbush, Common Buttonbush,
Wild Plum showing characteristic foliage and growth form. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0) Prunus americana, commonly known as Wild Plum or American Plum, is
Prairie Phlox showing its distinctive pink-lavender flowers that bloom from May through July. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0) Phlox pilosa, commonly known as Prairie
Wild Bergamot flourishing in its natural prairie habitat, showing the distinctive lavender flower heads and square stems typical of the mint family. Photo: Hardyplants, Wikimedia
Swamp Milkweed flowers showing the characteristic dense clusters of pink to mauve blooms. Photo: Wikimedia Commons (GFDL 1.2) Asclepias incarnata, commonly known as Swamp Milkweed,
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