Sky Pilot is an alpine plant with clusters of fragrant, blue flowers. It is adapted to high-altitude environments and is known for its sticky leaves.
Best time to see a Sky Pilot
The best time to see a Sky Pilot is June–July, when about 85% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,317 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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