Native Midwest Wildflowers
Native Midwest Wildflowers
Restore habitat and strengthen ecosystems throughout the Midwest with these native wildflowers. Native plants are well-adapted to local growing conditions and can handle extreme swings in weather better than non-natives. Best of all they provide crucial food and habitat to wildlife, beneficial insects and pollinators. Choose from over 80 native species including Pairie Aster, Butterfly Weed and Purple Coneflower, or plant our Native Midwest Mix for a colorful, long-lasting display. Best for planting in: IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, WI and ON. All of the seed we offer at American Meadows is non-GMO, neonicotinoid-free and guaranteed to grow.
Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) produces purple/pink flower clusters that wildflower gardeners love. Milkweed is one of the Monarch Butterflies’ favorite plants and will br...
Learn MoreCommon Milkweed Seeds Common Milkweed Asclepias syriacaAs low as $4.95Per PacketCommon Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) produces purple/pink flower clusters that wildflower gardeners love. Milkweed is one of the Monarch Butterflies’ favorite plants and will bring many winged friends to your garden or meadow. It can be a challenge to grow but once established it will thrive for years to come and spread quickly. Perennial.Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) is the famous orange milkweed species native from Canada to Florida. Needs fast-draining soil and full sun. Perennial...
Learn MoreButterfly Weed Seeds Butterfly Weed Asclepias tuberosaAs low as $4.95Per PacketButterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) is the famous orange milkweed species native from Canada to Florida. Needs fast-draining soil and full sun. PerennialNative to the Midwest, Whorled Milkweed (Asclepias verticillata) grows almost anywhere and is a pollinator magnet, providing nectar to all bee varieties, hummingbirds, butterflies an...
Learn MoreWhorled Milkweed Seeds Whorled Milkweed Asclepias verticillata$4.95Per PacketNative to the Midwest, Whorled Milkweed (Asclepias verticillata) grows almost anywhere and is a pollinator magnet, providing nectar to all bee varieties, hummingbirds, butterflies and much more. This perennial wildflower blooms a brilliant shade of white, almost light green, in the summer months. Extremely easy to grow, we recommend thinning plants at the end of each season to prevent aggressive spreading.Similar to Common Milkweed in looks, Showy Milkweed has soft, pastel pink flower clusters with longer petals. This sun-loving asclepias grows well in dry, fast-draining soil and requ...
Learn MoreShowy Milkweed Seeds Showy Milkweed Asclepias speciosa$5.95Per PacketSimilar to Common Milkweed in looks, Showy Milkweed has soft, pastel pink flower clusters with longer petals. This sun-loving asclepias grows well in dry, fast-draining soil and requires little supplemental water once established. A prolific and important nectar source for Monarch butterflies, bees, and other beneficial bugs. Re-seeds readily. (Asclepias speciosa)Spider Milkweed, is extremely drought tolerant and thrives in dry, fast-draining soils. A showy variety of asclepias, Spider Milkweed‚s off-white blossoms surrounded in green, ...
Learn MoreSpider Milkweed Seeds Green Milkweed Asclepias viridis$5.95Per PacketSpider Milkweed, is extremely drought tolerant and thrives in dry, fast-draining soils. A showy variety of asclepias, Spider Milkweed's off-white blossoms surrounded in green, along with its shorter height (12"), make for a unique statement in the summer garden. This variety is extremely attractive to Monarch butterflies, bees, and other beneficial bugs. (Asclepias viridis)Prairie Milkweed (Asclepias sullivantii) is extremely easy to grow and grows in any sunny spot in the garden or meadow. The highly fragrant blooms not only attract hummingbirds, but ...
Learn MorePrairie Milkweed Seeds Prairie Milkweed, Sullivant's Milkweed or Smooth Milkweed Asclepias sullivantii$5.95Per PacketPrairie Milkweed (Asclepias sullivantii) is extremely easy to grow and grows in any sunny spot in the garden or meadow. The highly fragrant blooms not only attract hummingbirds, but also bees and butterflies – especially monarchs. Perennial.Poke Milkweed grows best in indirect sun or partial shade, making it a superb plant for gardens with dappled sunlight. An important resource for Monarch butterflies, the bi-colored f...
Learn MorePoke Milkweed Seeds Poke Milkweed Asclepias exaltata$5.95Per PacketPoke Milkweed grows best in indirect sun or partial shade, making it a superb plant for gardens with dappled sunlight. An important resource for Monarch butterflies, the bi-colored flowers also attract a variety of beneficial insects, including some varieties of moths. Tall, slender stalks reach heights of 5' and produce globe-shaped blooms that instead of standing upright, dangle elegantly off the stems. (Asclepias exaltata)Also known as Annual Buttercup or Cursed Crowfoot, this wildflower prefers moist soils and illuminates the shady garden with glowing yellow petals and bright green sepals. Annual....
Learn MoreCursed Buttercup Seeds Cursed Buttercup, Cursed Crowfoot Ranunculus sceleratus$3.95Per PacketAlso known as Annual Buttercup or Cursed Crowfoot, this wildflower prefers moist soils and illuminates the shady garden with glowing yellow petals and bright green sepals. Annual.Eutrochium fistulosum is a tall hardy flower of early fall. Loves wet spots. Perennial...
Learn MoreJoe Pye Weed Seeds Joe Pye Weed Eutrochium fistulosum$3.95Per PacketEutrochium fistulosum is a tall hardy flower of early fall. Loves wet spots. PerennialThis purple-spiked native of the prairie is so loved it‚s a florist favorite. Loves dry gritty soil, full sun. Perennial....
Learn MoreBlazing Star Seeds Blazing Star or Gayfeather Liatris spicataAs low as $24.95Per 1/4 PoundThis purple-spiked native of the prairie is so loved it's a florist favorite. Loves dry gritty soil, full sun. Perennial.This is Wild Cleome „discovered„ by Lewis & Clark, great for meadows. To 5 ft. for mid to late bloom. Annual....
Learn MoreRocky Mountain Bee Plant Seeds Rocky Mountain Bee Plant Cleome serrulataAs low as $19.95Per 1/4 PoundThis is Wild Cleome "discovered" by Lewis & Clark, great for meadows. To 5 ft. for mid to late bloom. Annual.Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a showier variety of Common Milkweed. It is extremely elegant, producing willowy foliage and pink blooms. It will also attract beautiful butte...
Learn MoreSwamp Milkweed Seeds Swamp Milkweed Asclepias incarnataAs low as $4.95Per PacketSwamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a showier variety of Common Milkweed. It is extremely elegant, producing willowy foliage and pink blooms. It will also attract beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden or meadow. Perennial.
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