By Skip Richter Bluebonnets are one of many Southern wildflowers that are well suited to garden beds and meadows alike. Wildflowers are at last gaining the acclaim they deserve as they find their way out of the meadow and into our gardens and landscapes. Gardeners are interested in low-maintenance design styles and environmentally sound gardening techniques. Informal designs are growing in popularity.
Wildflowers offer low-maintenance beauty for our Southern landscapes.
Most Southern wildflower species germinate in fall and form small plants that wait out our mild winters, ready to take off in early spring. Here are some tips for success with wildflowers. Most wildflowers prefer full sunlight and good drainage for best results. If you lack either of these, make sure to choose one of the few exceptions to this rule when selecting species to plant. From the Meadow to the Garden Wildflowers are a great choice for meadows and other large expanses where you need a beautiful, no-care option.