What is a Wildflower? A non-technical term for the native flowers which bloom of their own accord through adaptation to climate and rainfall patterns of varying habitats.

Take a look at our Wild about Wildflowers information:

• Some Wildflowers for the Home Garden The wildflowers listed here will usually grow well in Tucson gardens and are generally easy to find.
  
  
• Some Wildflower Profiles
  
  
• Wildflower Gardening Step-by-Step Follow these easy directions for starting your own wildflower garden.
  
  
• Common Wildflowers at Tucson Botanical Gardens
  
  
• Some Places to View Wildflowers Places around and near Tucson where you can see many of the wildflowers mentioned in our program during their bloom time.
  
  
• What can You do to Conserve Wildflowers?
  
  
• Resources for Learning More about Wildflowers Organizations also offer information on wildflowers.
  
  
• Mail Order Seed/Plant Suppliers These are some sources to check out that sell wildflower seeds/plants that are sometimes difficult to find locally.
  
  
• Annotated Bibliography Books available on the subject of southwestern wildflowers, how to garden with wildflowers and related topics.
  
  
• Annotated Children's Bibliography. A list of books suitable for younger children on topics related to the Sonoran desert and its plant and animal inhabitants.