OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Color Oklahoma is proud to announce a record-breaking $25,000 investment in native wildflower seeds to be planted across the state in 2025. This marks the largest annual seed investment in the organization’s history —- totaling over 800 pounds of wildflower seeds.

These seeds will be planted along some of Oklahoma’s most-visible highways and turnpikes, as well as in public spaces such as city parks, bringing vibrant seasonal color to the landscape while supporting pollinators and native ecosystems. The initiative is part of Color Oklahoma’s ongoing mission to preserve the state’s wildflower heritage and promote native plant education and conservation.

This year’s grant recipients include: Bristow Parks, Cheyenne GFWC-OK Sorosis Club, Duncan GFWC-OK Duncan Philomathic Club, City of Durant and GFWC-OK Durant Fortnightly Club, Madill Rose Garden Club, City of Okemah and the OHS Class of 1974, Sac and Fox Nation, Waurika GFWC-OK Waurika Sorosis Club, GFWC-OK Tishomingo’s Daughters Club, GFWC -OK Pryor Monday Forum Club, Marlow Patio Garden Club, and Rush Springs.  Rush Springs is fully funded by Color Oklahoma.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) will plant the wildflower seeds this late November or early December and will maintain the planted areas in partnership with local governments, ensuring long-lasting beauty and ecological benefit for communities across Oklahoma.

The primary source of funding for Color Oklahoma seed purchases is through the sale of wildflower specialty license plates. To purchase a license plate, and help sow some wild seeds, visit coloroklahoma.com. 100% of our funding from license plate sales goes to purchase wildflower seeds.

“Color Oklahoma proves that planting small seeds can lead to big change, like connecting people to nature, supporting pollinators, and making Oklahoma a more vibrant place for everyone,” says Chairperson Monica Bartling. “These wildflowers turn ordinary roadsides into living works of art and remind us all of the natural beauty that makes Oklahoma so special.”

Bartling continued, “We are an all volunteer organization with no paid staff. When you purchase a wildflower license plate or make a donation, your dollars are going toward purchasing wildflower seeds and beautifying our state.”