Habitat:
Located on the forest floor, in the mountainous area, foothill of Kentucky, USA
Located at approx 600-800 elevation.
Not far from The Green River.
Some of these lovely wildflowers were growing in the soil as well as on rocky terrain and rocky outcroppings as seen in the second pic. where you see the Royal Catchfly decorating the entrance to a small cave. Species ID Suggestions
Courtesy of the Ligonier Valley Historical Society
Boasting star-shaped red blooms, the Royal Catchfly wildflower thrives in full or partial sun and attracts butterflies.
Courtesy of the Ligonier Valley Historical Society
Virginia bluebells (left) and rattlesnake master are two wildflower varieties being offered in the Ligonier Valley Historical Society’s 2021 native plant sale.
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Butterflies are attracted to Virginia bluebells, the Royal Catchfly and rattlesnake master, and staff at the Ligonier Valley Historical Society believe area backyard gardeners also will like them.