Category: Wildflowers & Weeds

The Wildflowers and Weeds category explores Midwest wild plants found in fields, forests, wetlands, and along quiet country roads. These plants grow naturally in prairies, marshes, bogs, and woodland edges throughout Wisconsin and surrounding states.

Each post focuses on identification, habitat, bloom timing, and seasonal changes. Learn how wildflowers and so-called weeds support pollinators, provide wildlife habitat, and shape local ecosystems.

This space highlights native species, common roadside plants, and overlooked wild growth that plays an important role in nature.

Note: I do not provide medical advice. Any mention of historical plant uses is shared for educational purposes only and reflects traditional practices.

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May 11, 2021
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Bloodroot

Bloodroot is one of the earliest woodland wildflowers to bloom depending on the tree overgrowth above. The pure white flowers grow 8-20 inches in height with a creamy yellow center. The flowers remain open during...
May 22, 2018
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Early MeadowRue

Early MeadowRue Early Meadowrue is generally found in places that have not been disturbed by human interaction. General Information A perennial, native wildflower. The stems are a light purple color and the flowers are bell-shaped and produce yellow...
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Trout Lily

Trout Lily The woods are blooming full of trout lily in Wisconsin. I have been lucky to track down the White Trout variety(Erythronium albidum) and the Yellow variety  (Erythronium americanum).
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