Cuckooflower is a charming perennial with pale pink to lilac flowers. It is one of the first flowers to bloom in spring, often coinciding with the arrival of cuckoos, hence its name. The plant is also known as Lady's Smock.
Best time to see a Cuckooflower
The best time to see a Cuckooflower is May, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,614 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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