Missouri’s Native Fruits

Missouri's native fruits are starting to ripen, which means now is the perfect time for foragers to start keeping an eye out for pawpaws, elderberries, wild grapes, wild plums, and persimmons. These delicious treats can be found across the entire state.


Cardinal in Haha Tanka State Park while site seeing in missouri

Missouri’s Native Flowering Trees

Missouri blooms in spring with native trees showing off their glories. Consider adding our native trees to your own landscape. They frequently have the advantage of requiring less water and lower maintenance, and they provide food for wildlife.