IN THE WILD (Part 1)

Baby’s Breath

Native to Africa, Australia and the Pacific Islands, this dainty plant grows little pink or white flowers and is a light and airy addition to any garden or home. Sunshine lovers, these plants need very little water to thrive.

Mushroom (Morel)

The morel is a fungus found in forests within the northern hemisphere. As it is resistant to commercial cultivation, finding morel in the wild is all the more special. The honeycomb-like spores and smoky hazelnut flavor make it a tasty treat!

Mushroom (Fly Agaric)

Also commonly known as the fly amanita, this mushroom truly looks like something out of a fairytale with its characteristically whimsical red cap. It may be fun to look at, but do not eat it, as it has hallucinogenic properties and can be extremely poisonous.

Cosmos

A native of Mexico, the daisy-like cosmos is part of the aster family. Available in many varieties, it is extremely easy to take care of and grows well in many climates, making it a bright, colorful addition to any garden.

Foxglove

This biennial makes a great garden border plant because it is very tall, growing up to 5 feet (152cm) high. It loves sunshine and can sometimes bloom for many years beyond its expected lifespan.

Baby Blue Eyes

A native of the Americas, baby blue eyes is a trailing flower that works well planted in hanging baskets or garden boxes. This annual has hairy leaves and stems, making it quite the interesting addition to any garden.

Moss

Moss is a photosynthetic plant that can grow up to 2 feet (60cm) in height. Shade-loving, it is often found growing in damp wooded areas, but when it is too hot or dry, its metabolism stops almost completely until the climate changes.

Dandelion

Though many view the dandelion as a weed, it is actually an extremely useful plant. Rich in calcium and vitamin C, dandelion leaves make a great addition to any salad, and their flowers can be made into tea and wine.

Lady Fern

With its delicate lacy appearance, it may be hard to believe but this Alaskan native is actually a hardy perennial plant, coming back year after year as long as conditions are favorable. Left untended, it can be quite invasive.

Black-Eyed Susan

Black-eyed Susan is one of the most recognizable wildflowers, with its bright yellow petals and black-eye center. It grows wild in sunny areas and remains unbothered by rabbit and deer due to the coarse hair of its foliage.

Yarrow

Considered an herb, yarrow (also known as little feather) is not only pretty, but also extremely useful as every part of the plant can be utilized in some way, with medicinal uses varying from clotting blood to curing a fever.

Common Bluebell

This dainty plant, native to the desert, enjoys direct sunlight. It is very short in stature and blooms dark blue, bell-shaped flowers. The bluebell can reseed itself each season, making it a treat for gardeners.