Gentiana andrewsii (Bottle Gentain) Groundcover Photo By: Fritzflohrreynolds (Own work)

Photo By: Fritzflohrreynolds (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3

Sun Exposure Prairie

Betula nigra (River Birch) is a very common landscaping tree of northern Illinois because of it's interesting bark

A favorite of many bee and wasp species

Gentiana andrewsii (Bottle Gentain) Groundcover Photo By: Fritzflohrreynolds (Own work)This late summer to early fall blooming perennial sweeps the landscape with its cluster of regal blue blooms adding a deeper tone to the increasingly golden fall prairie. This plant thrives in moist and rich soils, ranging in habitat from moist prairies, seepage areas, and fens. Its attractive foliage and bloom add to its alluring effect and with correct soil and moisture conditions deterring it from drought, is a great addition to a natural area or