A recognizable grass that thrives in wetlands and along water margins, where it can form dense, continuous stands (reed beds). Historically used for thatching roofs, as binding material, and for crafting various practical items (baskets, bags). Provides nesting and roosting grounds for many animal species, especially birds.

A perennial with basal, rosette-like leaves (similar to plantain) and a three-angled stem. A common species that can grow up to a meter tall. Traditionally believed to have anti-allergic properties and to support kidney function.

An upright perennial that can reach 2 meters in height, with a sturdy, smooth, leafy stem, typically found in marshy areas and along water bodies. The yellow-green female inflorescence turns dark brown at maturity, resembling a cigar. Sometimes used as an ornamental plant in ponds and wetlands.

A tall tree with a straight trunk and deeply furrowed, dark bark. The wood is reddish and very durable. Male catkins hang up to 6 cm long, initially reddish, turning yellow with pollen. Female catkins are oval, green at first, then woody with age, resembling small cones.

Male flowers form upright, oval catkins that are yellow and strongly fragrant. Flowering branches are popular in spring bouquets; the shrub or tree is often simply called "catkins." One of the earliest blooming woody species in the region, making it an important food source for early spring bees, butterflies, and other insects.

A spreading shrub or small tree with lobed, toothed leaves (somewhat maple-like). The flower clusters are umbrella-shaped, with large sterile outer flowers and smaller fertile ones in the center. Commonly planted as an ornamental shrub, with many cultivars featuring enlarged sterile flowers (“snowball” types).

A species typical of wet and marshy habitats. Popular in ornamental landscaping around ponds, though invasive in some parts of the world. It is toxic and also used in pharmaceuticals. Known as one of the most nectar-rich plants.

One of the best-known and beloved early spring-blooming plants. Commonly found in ornamental gardens, cemeteries, and spring floral arrangements. A protected species in the EU—picking seeds and digging bulbs is prohibited. In Slovenia, many varieties are known, differing in flower shape and color.