Nuttall's Larkspur is a small but showy wildflower of western meadows and grasslands with deep blue-purple flowers in early spring. It is an important early nectar source for queen bumblebees. Unfortunately, it is highly toxic to cattle, particularly the new spring growth, and is a significant cause of livestock mortality on western rangelands.
Best time to see a Nuttall's Larkspur
The best time to see a Nuttall's Larkspur is April–May, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 5,220 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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