Sunflower at Kasota Prairie SNA, Minnesota

A wild sunflower blooms at Kasota Prairie Scientific and Natural Area, a remnant of Minnesota’s once vast prairie ecosystem. Managed by the Department of Natural Resources, this protected site preserves dry prairie and oak savanna habitats, supporting a variety of native wildflowers, grasses, and pollinators. The area’s sandy soils and open fields provide a glimpse into the state’s pre-settlement landscape, highlighting the importance of prairie conservation in modern agriculture corridors.