Educational and Interpretive Resources: Flora
There are numerous ways to learn about native trees, shrubs, and prairie plants at the Capital Springs Recreation Area.
Guide to Prairie Plants & Grasses
Look for these plants walking prairie trails in the Capital Springs Recreation Area.
This Guide was developed by the Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area and made possible by a grant from the Foundation for Dane County Parks.
Free Download Guide to Prairie Forbs & Grasses
Prairie Learning Center Plant Labels at the Lussier Family Heritage Center
Learn to identify prairie plants while visiting the Lussier Family Heritage Center’s many pollinator gardens! These labels were developed by the Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area and made possible by two generous grants from the Foundation for Dane County Parks.
Thinking about starting a new flower bed or need ideas to refresh an old one? Consider using native prairie plants! Not only are they resilient to harsh soil, moisture variability and weather conditions, Wisconsin’s pollinators love them: watch as scores of butterflies and native bees visit your yard.
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Tree & Shrub Species Markers in CSRA
Find these tree and shrub species markers as you hike, bike, run, and ski on many trails within the Capital Springs Recreation Area.
Tree & Shrub Species Map & List in PDF
Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin Ethnobotany Sheets
Learn about traditional Ho-Chunk Nation uses of plants found at the Capital Springs Recreation Area. These sheets were developed with tribal members of the Ho-Chunk Nation who provided who generously provided their time, support and knowledge to the Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area and to this project.
- Black Ash
- Black-eyed Susan
- Bloodroot
- Bur Oak and White Oak
- Butterfly Milkweed and Common Milkweed
- Canada Goldenrod
- Culver’s Root
- Interrupted Fern
- Round-headed Bush-clover
- Solomon’s Seal
- Staghorn Sumac
- Wild Bergamot
These documents were developed by the Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area and the Ho-Chunk Nation of Wisconsin. Permission to use them is required.