Prairie sunflowers, rattlesnake master, ironweed — late summer is a perfect time to enjoy native plants in bloom. DNR Forester Mark Vitosh and ISU Professor of Horticulture, Cindy Haynes share what native perennials are in full bloom in August and September.
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Guests:
- Cindy Haynes, professor of horticulture, Iowa State University
- Mark Vitosh, forester, Iowa Department of Natural Resources