JACKSON, Wyo. — Wildflowers are abundant in Jackson Hole!
Spring weather patterns created exceptional conditions for wildflowers to bloom across the valley and in higher mountain elevations.
The right balance of moisture and heat helps wildflower seeds to germinate and grow, the University of Wyoming wrote in its wildflower seeding guide.
Buckrail photographer Nick Sulzer walked amongst the lush arrowleaf balsamroot (Balsamorhiza sagittata) and silvery lupine (Lupinus argenteus) bordering Jackson Lake on Wednesday, June 18.
Arrowleaf balsamroot is a vibrant yellow wildflower common in Grand Teton National Park and the surrounding areas of Jackson. It’s known for its large, sunflower-like blooms and arrow-shaped leaves. The plant is a valuable food source for wildlife and has also been traditionally used by Native Americans for various purposes.
Silvery Lupine is the common lupine of meadows, aspen groves and forests.
This past spring, Buckrail shared a beginner’s guide to Teton wildflowers. According to the National Park Service, Jackson Hole’s short growing season, with only about 60 frost-free days annually, means dominant blooms change rapidly.
