Pasqueflower is one of the first wildflowers to bloom on the prairie, pushing through cold soils in March and April before most plants have awakened. Its lavender blossoms are covered in silky hairs that protect the flower from frost. It is the state flower of South Dakota and a symbol of spring on the northern plains.
Best time to see a Pasqueflower
The best time to see a Pasqueflower is April–May, when about 71% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 15,316 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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