Why choose native plants? Pacific Northwest native plants know how to live here and how to thrive here. They often need much less water and less fertilizer. They spread slowly and are not invasive. They support a wide diversity of wildlife. And best of all, they look great!
For a spectacular mid-summer neon wildflower show, almost nothing compares to the impact of this gorgeous, carefree native plant. Not only does this flower create a stunning impact among otherwise grass-dominated meadows, it is also relatively good at re-seeding itself, which is uncommon among other annual wildflowers in our region. Under optimal conditions, farewell-to-spring blooms over a long period from late June to early August. And although it thrives with a bit of water, it also tolerates very dry conditions. Similarly, it prefers full sun, but can tolerate the dappled shade of Garry oak savannas (or partially shaded city lots!). Farewell-to-Spring is a host plant for the large Clark’s sphinx moth (Proserpinus clarkiae), and the astounding looking Pacific green sphinx moth (Proserpinus lucidus). Grows 2′ tall. Let the late summer flowers go to seed so you’ll have another crop next year. For a colorful 11×17 poster of all the PNW Native Annuals we offer, click here.
