Some of Our Backyard Kentucky Native Plants

My husband and I redid our backyard in 2005, creating a rain garden and landscaping primarily with Kentucky native plants. We were especially interested in plants that would attract birds and butterflies. We have enjoyed the results immensely. These images represent a few of my favorites.

It has been helpful to network with members of "Wild Ones" (www.for‑wild.org), a national organization that advocates landscaping with native plants. Visit the Lexington chapter website for information about local activities.