The naturally occurring form of a plant species, not altered through selective breeding.

The variety of plant heights and forms—such as trees, shrubs, grasses, flowers, and groundcovers—within a habitat.

A planting strategy that ensures flowers are blooming throughout the growing season.

Landscape design and maintenance that minimizes environmental impact while conserving resources.

A shallow, vegetated channel that slows and directs stormwater runoff.

A diverse group of native bees, often small and metallic-colored, attracted to human perspiration for its salts.

A close ecological relationship between butterflies and other organisms.

A tallgrass prairie is a grassland ecosystem dominated by native grasses and wildflowers that typically grow 4 to 10 feet (1.2 to 3 meters) tall. Tallgrass prairies once covered millions of acres across central North America, especially in the Midwest, where deep, fertile soils supported diverse plant and animal communities.

Sharp, curved claws used by birds of prey for capturing and holding prey.

Actions taken by some butterflies to defend feeding, mating, or breeding areas.

The middle body segment where the wings and legs are attached.

A flower with a tube-shaped blossom, often adapted for hummingbirds, butterflies, and long-tongued bees.

A specialized hearing organ that helps many moths detect bats and other predators.

The lower surface of a butterfly's wings, often providing camouflage.

The management and care of trees in cities and communities to provide environmental and social benefits.