There are many wonders at Mount Rushmore besides the four presidents carved on the mountain. Take a walk along the trails and see nature's beauty. Below are photos of some of the more common wildflowers you might see along with descriptions of traditional uses for them. ![]() Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata)Blooms late June – August ![]() False Dandelion (Agoseris glauca)Blooms June – August ![]() Smooth Beardtongue (Penstemon glaber)Blooms Late May – July ![]() Wild Blue Flax (Linum lewisii)Blooms: June – August ![]() Purple Prairie Clover (Petalostemum purpureus)Blooms: June - August ![]() Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea angustifolia)Blooms: June - July ![]() Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa)Blooms: June - August ![]() Wooly Vervain (Verbena stricta)Blooms: July - September ![]() Annual Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)Blooms: Late July – September ![]() Prairie Cone Flower (Ratibida columnifera)Blooms: July – September |
Last updated: January 23, 2023