A wildflower field is a little like nature’s slow art project—it takes patience, seasons of growth, and a touch of wild magic to reach its full potential. Some days, this space will be bursting with blooms; other times, it might look like a simple pasture catching its breath. But no matter what it looks like, it’s always working—feeding pollinators, restoring soil, and building a more biodiverse landscape.

The Beauty of Perennials & Annuals

Not all wildflowers grow the same way. This field is home to both:

Perennials are the long-haulers. They take time to establish but return year after year, growing stronger with each season. Think coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, and bee balm.
Annuals are the showstoppers. They bloom big, bright, and fast, adding bursts of color for a single season before reseeding themselves for the next year. Sunflowers and poppies fall into this category.

Together, they create a habitat that evolves over time—so no two visits to The Meadow will ever be exactly the same.

“The meadow is my slowest art project-painted by the seasons, shaped by the bees and never quite the same twice.”

— Kathy

Why Wildflowers Matter

This field isn’t just about looking pretty (though, let’s be honest, it does a great job of that). Wildflowers are essential for pollinators because they:

Provide a steady nectar source throughout the season.
Support native pollinators beyond just honeybees.
Improve soil health and encourage biodiversity.

How You Can Help

Want to create a pollinator haven of your own? Start by planting nectar-rich flowers like:

Coneflowers
Bee balm
Lavender
Black-eyed Susans
Sunflowers
Clover

Even a small patch of flowers can make a big difference. Let your garden—or even a corner of your yard—get a little wild. The bees will thank you.

*Louise takes a stroll through The Meadow on a sunny afternoon.*

Bee Fact: Bees Have Favorite Colors

Bees don’t see color the way we do. They’re especially drawn to blue, purple, and yellow flowers because their vision is best suited to those shades. If you want to roll out the welcome mat for pollinators, start with blooms in those colors—they won’t be able to resist.

So whether The Meadow is in full bloom or simply waiting for its next season of growth, it’s always at work—feeding the bees, restoring the land, and reminding us that sometimes, the best things take time.