Dimorphotheca aurantiaca (Asteraceae)

A hardy, spreading annual with daisy like flowers. A native of South Africa, it has naturalized throughout the southwestern United States. Blooms are 2--4 inches across in brilliant shades of white, yellow, and orange.

Lupinus texensis (Fabaceae)

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Lupinus succulentus (Fabaceae)

A hardy annual native to California and the western United States. The amount of fertility and moisture generally dictates the height of the plant. Flowers are concentrated on an upright spike with rich purple blossoms.

Nemophila insignis (Hydrophyllaceae)

A hardy annual native to California, but is easily grown throughout the United States. The delicate, sky blue, cup-shaped flowers continue to bloom throughout spring. Requires a light, sandy soil with moderate amounts of water.

Gypsophila muralis (Caryophyllaceae)

A hardy annual able to withstand periods of short term drought. Native to Europe, it has naturalized throughout the eastern United States. Flowers are white, forming dense delicate clusters.

Gilia tricolor (Polemoniaceae)

A hardy annual native to the western United States that will easily adapt to a variety of conditions. The elegant trumpet shaped flowers are lavender and white with golden throats.

Ammi majus (Apiaceae)

An erect, branching annual easily established from seed. Native to North Africa and Eurasia, it has naturalized throughout much of the United States. The plant produces an abundance of large, rounded, five to six inch flower heads made up of small snow-white florets.

Rudbeckia hirta (Asteraceae)

A stiff, upright annual or short lived perennial nativeA stiff, upright annual or short lived perennial native to the eastern United States, but has become endemic throughout North America. The Black-Eyed Susan is probably the most common of all American wildflowers.

Gaillardia aristata (Asteraceae)

A hardy, drought tolerant perennial found throughout much of the United States. Easily established from seed, it frequently forms dense colonies of brilliant red flowers with yellow rims.

Linum lewisii (Linaceae)

A perennial variety native to California, but has adapted well to most regions of North America. Numerous light blue, cup shaped flowers bloom well into the summer. refers dry, full sun areas in light sandy soil.

Asclepias tuberosa (Asclepiadaceae)

An extremely hardy, long-lived perennial native to North America. The magnificent bright orange flowers are concentrated in compact clusters at the top of branching stems. The flowers produce a large quantity of nectar which attracts butterflies throughout the growing season.

Phacelia campanularia (Hydrophyllaceae)

A hardy annual native to the western United States and adapted to very arid environments. The stunning deep blue, bell shaped flowers are highlighted by long golden stamens. Leaves are heart shaped, covered with soft white hairs closely resembling an African Violet.

Eschscholzia californica (Papaveraceae)

An upright, compact annual or tender perennial native to California and the southwestern United States. Extremely drought tolerant, ideal for arid environments. The brilliant orange, cup-shaped flowers, are 2-4 inches in diameter, born individually on long stalks.

Iberis umbellata (Brassicaceae)

A robust perennial, behaving in some areas as an annual. Native to Europe, it has adapted to all regions of the United States. This low, bushy plant produces mounds of beautiful ice white, pink or lilac flowers which last well into the summer months.

Silene armeria (Caryophyllaceae)

An attractive annual or tender perennial native to Europe, but has naturalized throughout the United States. The generous rosepink flowers are arranged in compact clusters radiating from a slender stem.

Cichorium intybus (Asteraceae)

A slender perennial, easily established from seed, producing a deep taproot. A native of Europe, it has escaped from cultivation and naturalized throughout North America. The plant contains a white, milky sap that appears if the stem is broken.

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis (Asteraceae)

A hardy annual native to the southeastern United States, and has naturalized throughout most of North America. The identifiable black, cone­shaped heads are surrounded by bright yellow, drooping reflexed ray flowers.

Centaurea cyanus (Asteraceae)

A drought tolerant annual, native to Europe, which has naturalized throughout North America. The upper half of the plant is multi-stemmed, producing many flowers. Leaves are covered with small white hairs causing the plant to have a blue-gray appearance.

Papaver rhoeas (Papaveraceae)

A hardy annual native to Europe, but has been naturalized throughout the United States. The large 3 - inch blooms range in shades from white and pink, to red and are individually borne on erect hairy stems.

Trifolium incarnatum (Fabaceae)

An upright, winter annual native to Europe, but has naturalized throughout temperate North America. The deep red to scarlet flowers are tightly congested arising from an elongated stalk.

Hesperis matronalis (Brassicaceae)

An upright, hardy perennial native to Europe, but has escaped cultivation and adapted throughout most of the United States. Delightful lilac-purple flowers are concentrated at the end of sturdy stalks.

Liatris spicata (Asteraceae)

An erect perennial native to the eastern United States extending as far south as Louisiana. The stiff, cylindrical spike is heavily concentrated with deep rose purple flowers.

Phlox drummondii (Polemoniaceae)

A short, hardy, upright annual, native to Texas, but adapted throughout the southeastern United States. It is a variety that has been used extensively in European gardens for many decades. Flowers are concentrated in clusters on top of sturdy, erect stems.

Phlox drummondii (Polemoniaceae)

A short, hardy, upright annual, native to Texas, but adapted throughout the southeastern United States. It is a variety that has been used extensively in European gardens for many decades. Flowers are concentrated in clusters on top of sturdy, erect stems.

Coreopsis tinctoria (Asteraceae)

A hardy, upright annual very easy to grow from seed throughout much of North America. This dainty little plant will burst alive in the spring covered with mahogany red flowers. An ideal variety for mass plantings or as an accent in the garden.

Oenothera lamarckiana (Onagraceae)

A robust annual, of unknown origin which has naturalized throughout the United States. Flowers are light yellow borne on tall, sturdy spikes. Blooms are up to 2 inches across, opening in late afternoon.

Clarkia amoena (Onagraceae)

A short annual native to California which has spread into British Columbia. Requires very little moisture once established, but needs sufficient water during germination and early growth. Flower color is pink and red and is made up of four fan-shaped petals.

Nemophila maculata (Hydrophyllaceae)

A hardy annual native to California, easily grown from seed throughout the United States. The flowers are an attractive white with vivid purple spots at the tip of each petal. A prolific bloomer all spring, with a low spreading habit.

Digitalis purpurea (Scrophulariaceae)

One of the loveliest, most important plant species that has been introduced from Europe and naturalized in various parts of North America. The flowers are numerous, on a spike, and range from a deep purple to lilac with conspicuous spots interlining the throat of the tubular flower.

Liatris pycnostachya (Asteraceae)

An erect perennial herb, native to the Midwestern United States, with flowers arranged on a thick spike. The purple to lilac flowers begin to open from the terminal end of the spike and slowly descend toward the base.

Rudbeckia hirta (Asteraceae)

A magnificent, upright annual or short lived perennial easily grown from seed throughout the United States. The large 5 to 9 inch single blooms are rich golden orange or mahogany red continuously flowering through the hot summer months.

Gaillardia pulchella (Asteraceae)

A hardy, drought tolerant annual native to the central United States. Easily established from seed, it forms dense colonies of brilliant red flowers with yellow rims. The flower diameter is slightly smaller than its perennial cousin Gaillardia aristata.

Achillea filipendulina (Asteraceae)

An upright, drought tolerant, perennial, native to Europe but has naturalized throughout North America. The finely dissected leaves resemble those of a fern and are easily identified in the seedling stage.

Coreopsis basalis (Asteraceae)

A hardy, upright annual, native to the the South Central and South Eastern United States. Produces a stunning mass of delightfully fragrant, bright yellow flowers, accented with reddish-brown to purple bands encircling the eye.

Papaver nudicaule (Papaveraceae)

A hardy perennial or biennial native to the arctic regions of North America, and extending eastward in cooler climates. The radiant white, yellow or orange flowers are individually isolated on an upright hairy stem, producing dazzling splashes of color when planted in mass.

Viola cornuta (Violaceae)

A compact annual or perennial, native to Spain and the Pyrenees Mountains. This variety has been used extensively in floral gardens and has escaped from cultivation to roadsides, fields and waste areas throughout much of the United States.

Petunia X violacea (Solanaceae)

A hardy, reseeding annual variety native to South America. This rugged old-fashioned petunia variety was bred for heat tolerance and disease resistance.

Petunia X violacea (Solanaceae)

A hardy, reseeding annual variety native to South America. The Laura Bush Petunia goes "Hollywood" with a new color dimension: iridescent pink.

Monarda citriodora (Lamiaceae)

A hardy annual or tender perennial native to the Midwest and southern United States. A typical member of the Mint family with its distinctive square stems. Flowers are arranged in whorls stair stepping up a single stem. Blooms are deep purple to lavender surrounded by colored bracts.

Helianthus maximiliani (Asteraceae)

A stout, upright perennial native to Texas extending north throughout the central plains states. Numerous bright yellow 3 inch flowers are found on the upper half of unbranched stems. The leaves are 4 to 8 inches in length, tapering at both ends.

Salvia farinacea (Lamiaceae)

A hardy, upright to sprawling perennial native to Texas, and easily grown throughout the southern portion of the United States. The densely congested violet-blue flowers are concentrated in whorls surrounding a square stem.

Ratibida columnaris (Asteraceae)

A robust, drought tolerant annual to perennial variety native to the mid-west and has naturalized throughout North America. The characteristic black, cone-shaped heads are surrounded by drooping, fire-red ray flowers with a splash of yellow accent.

Oenothera missouriensis (Onagraceae)

A hardy perennial native from Texas to Missouri and extending throughout much of central North America. A prolific bloomer with magnificent lemon-yellow flowers which last for several days.

Verbena tenuisecta (Verbenaceae)

A sprawling perennial, native to South America, and introduced to the southern United States. The small flowers have a rich violet to purple hue, clustered together forming a small bouquet.

Clarkia unguiculata (Onagraceae)

A delightful annual flower, native to California, which is easily grown throughout the United States. This species of Clarkia is often confused with Rocket Larkspur at first glance. Compact blossoms are arranged on spikes in soft pastel shades of pink to salmon or purplish hues.

Aster novae-angliae (Asteraceae)

A robust, hardy perennial native to the northeastern portion of the United States. The large rosy-lilac to deep purple flowers have distinct yellow centers found clustered at the end of branching stems. The long leaves clasp around the stiff, hairy stems which are numerous.

Chrysanthemum leucanthemum (Asteraceae)

A hardy perennial, often forming dense colonies once established. A native of Europe, it has naturalized throughout all regions of the United States. The leaves are very thick, and feel leathery to the touch. Flowers are pure white with mustard-yellow centers, individually borne on single erect stems.

Lupinus perennis (Fabaceae)

A hardy perennial, native to Maine and Southern Ontario extending westward throughout the central and mid-western regions of the United States south to Florida. Flowers are arranged on upright spikes varied in color from deep blue to purple shades.

Coreopsis tinctoria (Asteraceae)

A hardy, upright annual, native to the southern United States, it has spread throughout much of North America. Leaves are finely divided occurring mostly in the lower portion of the plant. A prodigious bloomer, having vibrant yellow flowers with maroon centers.

Echinacea purpurea (Asteraceae)

A robust, drought tolerant perennial, native to the Midwestern and southeastern United States. Flowers are arranged individually on sturdy, elongated stems with soft lavender or purple petals surrounding an iridescent red orange, coned center.

Petalostemum purpureum (Fabaceae)

An upright perennial variety native to the north central portion of the United States. The unique lavender-purple flowers are concentrated on slender cones at the ends of wiry stems. The blooms begin to open from the base of the cone and slowly ascend to the tip.

Phacelia tanacetifolia (Hydrophyllaceae)

A hardy annual, native to California but has naturalized throughout the western United States. The flowering portion of the stalk is curled, slowly unwinding to reveal lavender colored flowers at maturity.

Papaver rhoeas (Papaveraceae)

A hardy annual native to Europe, which has naturalized throughout the United States. The large 2 to 4 inch blooms are fire engine-red vividly marked with purplish-black centers individually borne on erect hairy stems.

Delphinium ajacis (Ranunculaceae)

A winter annual, native to southern Europe, it has naturalized throughout the United States. Larkspurs are distinguished by a backward projecting spur, formed by the upper petal of the flower. Tightly compact blossoms are arranged on spikes in shades of pink, white, and deep blue.

Penstemon strictus (Scrophulariaceae)

An upright perennial native to the western and central United States. The closely packed snapdragon-like, purple, tubular flowers are arranged on a sturdy spike.

Lavatera trimestris (Malvaceae)

An upright perennial native to the western and central United States. The closely packed snapdragon-like, purple, tubular flowers are arranged on a sturdy spike.

Linum rubrum (Linaceae)

A hardy annual, native to northern Africa and southern Europe, it has naturalized throughout the United States. Once established this variety can tolerate immense heat and extremely dry conditions. The glossy, deep scarlet flowers bloom in profusion and are best admired if planted in density.

Salvia coccinea (Lamiaceae)

A hardy annual or tender perennial, native to Texas, and found throughout the southern portion of the United States. In warmer climates, this variety tends to act as an annual. The fluorescent red tubular flowers are concentrated in whorls surrounding a square stem.

Chrysanthemum maximum (Asteraceae)

A hardy perennial, forming dense colonies once established. Native to Europe, it has naturalized throughout all regions of the United States. The white petalled flowers with golden yellow centers are borne individually on single erect stems.

Oenothera speciosa (Onagraceae)

A hardy, upright to sprawling perennial, native to the southeastern United States extending into Mexico. The four petalled flowers are soft pink, making a transition to glistening white toward the center. Flowers open in the early morning lasting only a single day.

Ipomopsis rubra (Polemoniaceae)

A sturdy, upright perennial variety native to the southeastern portion of the United States. The brilliant red, tubular flowers are marginally spaced throughout the entire length of the spike. The leaves are finely divided making this variety easy to identify when not in bloom.

Lobularia maritima (Brassicaceae)

A hardy annual native to Southern Europe, but has naturalized throughout the United States. Dense clusters of tiny snow-white flowers bloom continuously throughout the growing season if the spent blossoms are trimmed back. A compact, rapid growing variety which is drought tolerant and heat resistant.

Dianthus barbatus (Caryophyllaceae)

A hardy annual native to Southern Europe, but has naturalized throughout the United States. Dense clusters of tiny snow-white flowers bloom continuously throughout the growing season if the spent blossoms are trimmed back. A compact, rapid growing variety which is drought tolerant and heat resistant.

Callirhoe leiocarpa (Malvaceae)

An upright, drought tolerant, annual variety native to the South Central United States. Dark purplish-red to wine colored flowers close each evening and remain permanently shut after pollination.

Machaeranthera tanacetifolia (Asteraceae)

A hardy upright to sprawling annual native to the mid-western United States. This variety is easy to recognize by the dense, compact leaves which are deeply divided into many narrow segments. The flowers are a beautiful lavender with bright yellow centers, each at the top of a leafy stem.

Coreopsis lanceolata (Asteraceae)

An erect, drought tolerant perennial which can also withstand prolonged periods of moisture. Native to the United States, east of the Rocky Mountains, it is now found throughout North America. Flowers are bright yellow affixed to a single, elongated stem.

Castilleja indivisa (Scrophulariaceae)

An upright, hairy annual, perennial or biennial herb native to Texas with single erect stems and a slender taproot. The terminal red-orange flower color is a misconception. Actually the flower is tiny, creamy white to pale yellow, encircled by the red-orange leaf-like bracts.

Lupinus texensis (Fabaceae)

A hardy winter annual native to Texas. Adopted as the "State Flower of Texas", this is the most commonly seen variety along roadsides and in uncultivated pastures throughout the state. Flowers are densely arranged on a spike with a characteristic ice white terminal tip.

Layia platyglossa (Asteraceae)

A short, hardy annual native to California, but can be grown as far east as Texas. Seed should be sown after the last frost for best results. The attractive yellow flowers are isolated on elongated stems fringed with snow-white tips.

Linaria maroccana (Scrophulariaceae)

An erect, slender annual native to Morocco, which has naturalized throughout the United States. Tiny, delicate flowers with long spurs glisten from short spikes. Flowers come in a multitude of colors ranging from yellow, red and pink to white or purple.

Verbena rigida (Verbenaceae)

A hardy, upright perennial native to Brazil and Paraguay which has naturalized throughout the southeastern United States. The intense, deep purple to magenta flowers are numerous producing a seemingly endless display of color.

Cheiranthus allionii (Brassicaceae)

A bushy biennial or perennial variety native to the Canary islands, but has naturalized throughout much of northern North America. A charming species with an abundance of vivid orange flowers occurring on short, compact plants.

Callirhoe involucrata (Malvaceae)

A hardy, drought tolerant, sprawling perennial native to Texas and the central United States. The numerous trailing stems spread vine-like over the ground originating from a carrot-like tuber. The magnificent dark purple-red or wine colored flowers are numerous found at the end of slender stems.

Achillea millefolium (Asteraceae)

A drought tolerant perennial herb native to Europe, it has naturalized throughout temperate North America. The species name, millefolium-of a thousand leaves-describes the fine, feathery foliage which resembles a fern. Flowers are in clusters forming a flat white top usually affixed to a single stem.