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The plants star-shaped blossoms create visual interest, and like many self-seeding flower options, theyregreat for attracting pollinators.

With its tall, slender stems and eye-catching tubular blooms, it often becomes the star of the show.

Wildflowers at Oxford Botanic Garden

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The longer versions also make great cut flowers.

This is especially true if youre in a hot, dry region.

The eastern red varietal, specifically, is red and yellow and pops well in meadows and rocky slopes.

Close-up image of the vibrant red Corn poppy, (Papaver rhoeas), also called field poppy or Flanders poppy flower

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It offers the same eye-catching shape in a soft pink and white with a creamy yellow center.

If your palette is skewing moreEnglish Gardenthan primary colors, these are a great pick.

Theyre both self-seeding and prolific bloomers, with a variety of stunning shades and styles available.

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Its important to note, though, that some types can be toxic to pets.

Theyre great for filling out your wildflower garden, and theyre also abundant pollinators.

With their elegant blooms and jewel tones, theyre a perfect pick if youre hoping to elevate your garden.

Borage flowers close up (Borago officinalis)

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Foxglove

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cosmos in garden

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closeup of pink coneflowers with orange centers in garden against green leaves

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Skyscraper Sunflower

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Yellow and orange marigolds

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Red columbine (Aquilegia formosa) plant in bloom, with yellow stamens.

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Pink columbine flowers

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Close up of purple and white sweet alyssum flowers

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purple hollyhock

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Petunia

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vervain verbena

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Golden ragwort

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black eyed Susan

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Front view of hellebore plants

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