Wild hyacinth grows quickly throughout Missouri in the spring.
The state of Missouri is filled with an abundance of native wildflowers. Flourishing across meadows, plains, thickets and woodlands, Missouri wildflowers grow quickly and easily, dotting the landscape with bright and colorful flowers. The majority of these flowering plants are perennials and thrive with minimal care.
Columbine
Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) is a herbaceous perennial that begins to bloom in April and produces blossoms for about one month. The columbine's large flowers range in color from pink, yellow, white, blue and purple, according to The Gardener's Network. Columbine flowers are filled with nectar, making them a favorite of bees and hummingbirds. Hardy in USDA planting zones 3 to 9, columbine grows easily with minimal care in partially shaded conditions. It hotter areas, moist soil and shade is vital to their survival.
Wild Hyacinth
The perennial wild hyacinth (Camassia scilloides), a member of the lily family, blossoms in stalks covered with small white, lavender or blue flowers, according to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. The stalks can be as long as 7 inches in height. This spring flower begins to bloom in March and continues throughout June. Wild hyacinth thrives easily and is commonly seen flowering throughout moist meadows. Wild hyacinth is hardy in USDA planting zones 3 to 8.
False Aster
False aster (Boltonia asteroides recognita) thrives in full or partial sun and moist soil conditions. This perennial plant is most often found in floodplain forests, prairies, marshes and thickets, according to the Illinois Wildflowers website. Beginning in late summer false aster blooms large white and pink flowers for approximately one month. A popular attractant for insects, birds and butterflies, false aster is filled with both pollen and nectar. False aster grows well in USDA planting zones 3 to 9.
White Goat's Beard
White goat's beard (Aruncus dioicus), also known as bride's feathers, grows quickly in damp, moist areas, including in woodlands and along bluffs. White goat's beard, a member of the rose family, is a perennial plant that can reach 6 feet in height. White goat's beard is named for its feathery, plume-like white flower that begin to bloom in June. Blooming continues for a short period of time and ends in mid-summer, according to the website Easy Wildflowers. White goat's beard is hardy in USDA planting zones 4 to 8.
Meadow Anemone
Meadow anemone (Anemone canadensis) is a spreading plant that is typically found in moist areas, including meadows, thickets and along rivers, according to The Missouri Botanical Garden website. This spring flower begins to bloom in May and ends in June, blossoming five-petaled white flowers with yellow stamens.The meadow anemone grows quickly with minimal care and can reach a height of 2 feet. This plant is hardy in USDA planting zones 3 to 7.
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