Welcome to “Name That Native Plant!” — a quiz to help familiarize you with the native plants that provide such critical support Maine’s insects, birds, and other wildlife.
For our third installment, we’re featuring this Maine Audubon-grown native plant…
I could once be found lining meadows and wetlands throughout the region. Although I have been largely displaced by cultivars and invasive plants, I am the straight species that native insects need!
Think you know which native plant I am?? Scroll down to find out…
I’m Iris versicolor, or blue flag. Did you guess correctly?
Don’t forget: we have this and other great, wildlife-friendly native plants for sale — grown from seed by Maine Audubon staff — in our Nature Store at Gilsland Farm. Stop on by and load up for your yard or garden!
