Which Plant You Should Add to Your Garden, Based on Your Favorite ‘Yellowjackets’ Character

Now that it’s on its third season, Yellowjackets feels like it’s never going to let those poor girls finally leave the wilderness. And even though we know they eventually return home, it feels like the girls are slowly but surely becoming a part of the wilderness themselves. So, what if they were?

Here’s what we think some of the Yellowjackets main characters would be as plants.

Shauna: Venus Flytrap

The more we learn about Shauna, the more we wish we hadn’t learned about Shauna, which resembles people’s sentiments towards Venus flytraps.

Did you know that their killing is purely reflexive, not deliberate? It’s the only species in its genus, making it something of a loner. And, after digesting an insect for days, Venus flytraps will discard anything that wasn’t able to be digested by spitting it out; this saves them energy while maximizing every opportunity.

Sound like someone you know?

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Misty: Mushrooms

Although this one is a fungus, not a plant, nothing could be more fitting for Misty who just can’t seem to fit in no matter where she goes. After all, people are constantly trying to get rid of mushrooms.

As one of her weapons of choice (and also a love potion), it’s no surprise that Misty would be something with a bit of a kooky edge. You never know if these are going to nourish you, kill you, or just make you go insane. If there’s one that can do all three, it’s Misty.

Taissa: Mock Orange

As the name suggests, mock orange isn’t exactly what it smells like; it seems like depending on the day (or time of day), neither is Tai.

This flower has an intoxicating scent—as Taissa’s aura has been known to be—and blooms at night. Who else do we know that comes alive at night? Oh, and not to mention these plants simply grow pretty tall—up to six feet—just like our early bloomer.

Van: Hellebore

Hellebore is a beautiful plant that is just really hard to kill, kind of like our favorite goalie. They’re deer and rabbit-resistant, so they won’t be eaten alive. They’re also resistant to so many plant diseases and infestations. And they come in Van orange for a ginger touch.

Lottie: Purple Lotus

The purple lotus has a deep symbolic meaning in many cultures, including Buddhist teachings; it represents the inner mystical and spiritual journeys one takes on the road to enlightenment. Sounds like something Lottie would say, no? Not to mention it’s purple like her famously defunct cult.

Natalie: Bougainvillea

Bougainvillea is a plant with many facets: It is beautiful but thorny; understated, yet vibrant. The bright and alluring flowers of this vine draw people in, but be wary and keep your distance because those thorns can hurt and trap you if you get too close.

Don’t let that scare you, though. With a bougainvillea on your side—much like Natalie—it will protect and adorn your entryways. And if not, it will grow where it has to.

Jackie: Hibiscus

The hibiscus plant is known for its beautiful and delicate flowers. And, much like Jackie, these plants simply don’t do well in the cold. Not to mention, the plant is edible… and quite delicious.