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Symphyotrichum novae-angliae

Attractive, purple flowers with yellow centers have a long bloom period; making this perennial a welcome addition to your native garden.

Penstemon hirsutus

Thin, tubular-shaped purple flowers bloom May-July, offering nectar for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.

Solidago flexicaulis

Clusters of small yellow flowers appear August-September, and are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Eutrochium maculatum

Tall, sturdy purple-colored stalks are tipped with large clusters of purple-pink flowers that bloom July-September.

Salvia Lyrata

Lyreleaf Sage offers striking flowers, as well as patterned foliage, and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Zizia aurea

Yellow umbels of flowers bloom in late spring, providing a welcome source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. 

Chamaecrista fasciculata

Clusters of bright yellow flowers adorn delicate stems amidst intricately cut leaves from June – September.

Andropogon gerardii

Big Bluestem is a tall, attractive, drought-tolerant native grass with colorful foliage and enormous benefits for wildlife.