MADILL, OKLA . – Color Oklahoma is proud to announce a record-breaking $25,000 investment in native wildflower seeds to be planted across the state in 2025. Madill’s Rose Garden Club is a 2025 grant recipient of the non-profit, and will use the $1,500 to beautify the area near Highways 70/106 and Archard Road.
The statewide project will see800poundsofseedsplanted along some of Oklahoma’s most-visible highways and turnpikes, as well as in public spaces such as city parks, bringing lively 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.
The Madill Rose Garden Clubmembersdiscussedvarious places for the wildflower plantings, and ultimately chose to enhance the area near the Chamber of Commerce Office, and the newest Marshall County EXPO Center. They felt the space was a perfect middle point between Madill, Kingston, and where many county organizations come together.
“Our club aims to inspire civic pride and, with the help of our amazing members, promote the beautification of our homes and neighborhoods,” said President Jayson Howell Pruitt. “We look forward to partnering with our local cities and county organizations to keep this area litter-freeand beautiful, creating a warm and inviting space for both businesses and residents to enjoy in the future.”
Other grant recipients include: Bristow Parks, Cheyenne, Duncan, Durant, Okemah,SacandFoxNation, Waurika,Tishomingo,Pryor, Marlow, Rush Springs and Checotah. The plantings will bemaintainedinpartnership with ODOT and local governments, ensuring long-lasting beauty and ecological benefit for communities across Oklahoma. This year marks the largest annual seed investment in the organization’s history, totaling over 800 pounds of wildflower seeds.
Founded in 2002, Color Oklahoma has been helping transform communities by investing in over $100,000 of seed plantings across the state. The primary source of funding to support the organization and its seed purchases is through the sale of the wildflower specialty license plates.
“Color Oklahoma proves that planting small seeds can lead to big change, like connecting people to nature, supportin pollinators, and making Oklahoma a more vibrant place for everyone,' said 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.' To purchase a license plate, make a donation, or learn how to get involved with Color Oklahoma, visit their website at coloroklahoma. com.