Coppery colored inflorescence in late summer and fall. Forms thick, non-spreading clumps. Use as a taller groundcover under deciduous trees or in a woodland garden, setting plants one foot apart, or combine with finer foliage plants such as ferns for a nice texture contrast. A native plant is one which occurred within this region before colonization by Europeans. Width: 2-3'. May be hard to establish., Blooms light violet in mid-summer. Deer resistant., Poke Milkweed (Asclepias exaltata) PART SUN, Also called Tall Milkweed. The federal government has estimated that nearly 25 percent of the 20,000 plant species native to North America are at risk of extinction, many of these through habitat loss. Good companions are Foamflower, later-blooming Creeping Phlox or spring bulbs. Easy. Large, bold foliage. Bright blue berries in late summer. Average, well-drained soil. Shadier rain garden plant. Red fruits on vigorous individuals in late summer. The Sensitive Fern on top of the rock was a present from Mother Nature. Average soil. Minimize habitat disturbance. Lovely at wood edge, near a stream or in a rock garden., Early Meadow Rue (Thalictrum dioicum) - PART SHADE, Tassel-like, yellow-g reen blooms in spring. Carefree. Flower height: 1-2'. It can be grown indoors or outdoors in the state of Pennsylvania. Moist, rich soil. Deer resistant., Black Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia triloba) - PART SUN, Also called Three-Lobed Coneflower. Can be an aggressive self-sower. Cut back in March. Can tolerate semi-shady areas as well. Buy nursery-propagated native plants. Deer resistant., Bee Balm (Monarda clinopodia) - MORNING SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE. Culture and use information the same. Light green fronds, usually deeply lobed. Height: 3-6'. Rain garden plant. Deer resistant., Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatoriadelphus fistulosus) PART TO FULL SUN, Also called Trumpetweed. First, these plants are better adapted to soils, moisture and weather than exotic plants that evolved in other parts of the world. Clematis virginiana Jump to a section: Subspecies and Varieties | Synonyms | Specimens and Distribution Subspecies and Varieties Not applicable or data not available. Moderate growth rate to 50'-60' high and 50'-60' wide. Plant shorter species in front to hide. Deer resistant., Wood Poppy (Stylophorum diphyllum) - PART SHADE. The plant is native to eastern North America, and it can be grown as an ornamental or shade tree. Use at edge of pond or stream or in a moist meadow. If given support, it will climb rapidly with the aid of tendrilous leaf petioles to 20'. Attractive foliage. Plants go dormant soon after bloom. Use for naturalizing in open woods or on banks. That is 37 percent of Pennsylvanias total wild plant flora. Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum) - PART SHADE. Width: 12-16". Height: 8-12". Genus: Clematis Origin: Mainly of Chinese and Japanese origin. Use at wood edge or streamside. Plant in a moist but well-drained soil with roots in a cool shady place and foliage in the sun. Large, blue berries in summer. Forms clumps with 3" long, heart-shaped leaves. Width: 1'. Use near a pond or stream or in an open woodland garden. Cut back to 6" in late March. Quite showy in fruit which, though edible, needs to be well-cooked. Deer resistant, but protect until well-established and sizeable., Sweet Azalea (Rhododendron arborescens) -MORNING SUN, DAPPLED LIGHT, PART SHADE, Deciduous shrub. Cultural requirements same as for Solidago caesia. Similar in leaf to Sambucus canadensis, but blooms earlier in spring and produces bright red fruits in early summer. Must have adequate moisture until well-established. Width: 30'-50'. Height and width: 10-16". Height: 4-7'. Whole plants can be moved. Morning sun, dappled light or bright shade. Pink in bud, light blue in bloom in spring. Bird and butterfly plant. Height: 6-10". An alternative for dry shade. Rich, moist soil. 2. Width: 3-6'. Width: to 35'. Rain garden plant. Height: 2-3'. Best when contain-grown and 3-6' in height. Consistently moist, but not wet, soil, especially during active growth period. Plant is taller than wide. Dig and divide bulbs after foliage declines in fall., Twinleaf (Jeffersonia diphylla) - PART SHADE, Blooms white, very briefly, in early spring. Use our interactive toolsto design your dream garden. See Monarda clinopodia for cultural information. Large yellow-gold blooms in spring. Each flower produces numerous feathery long-tailed seed heads fruits which are conspicuous all winter. Average soil. Allow stems to remain up through winter to provide food and cover for birds. Best sited a distance from the house in sun, or by a pond or stream or in moist woods. Rattlesnake Weed (Hieracium venosum) MORNING SUN, Interesting, red-veined, hairy leaves that hug the ground, forming mats. Never needs cutting unless to tidy. A favorite perennial vine in gardens, this genus is available in dozens of species/cultivars that offer a variety of sizes, flower colors and bloom times. Climbing hydrangeas grow quickly and can be trained into a multitude of shapes and sizes. Blooms yellow, 2" wide, daisy-like flowers on strong stems in mid-summer. Width: 1-2'. Average soil. Deer resistant., Barren Strawberry (Waldsteinia fragarioides) - MORNING SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE. Good fall nectar source and food plant for butterfly larva. Fruits are eaten by variety of birds and small and large mammals. Moist, rich soil. Rain garden plant. Height and width: 10-16". Shadier rain garden plant. Similar to Cornus amomum, above, but with white berries with red stems in late summer. Height: 8-12". Moist to wet, average soil. Emerging foliage deep, smoke-purple followed by greenish-yellow or purplish flowers where leaflets join stems in spring. Height: 2-3'. Height: to 2'. Extensive woody rootstock takes several years to develop. Width: 3-4. Use for naturalizing in a meadow or wildlife garden, especially a butterfly garden as the plants are excellent nectar sources. Part sun to full shade. Part to full sun. Divide every 3-5 years in spring before plant emerges. Very moist, rich soil. These plants are the earliest to bloom, starting in spring. Morning sun to bright shade. Shadier rain garden plant., Bottlebrush Grass(Elymus hystrix) - PART SUN TO SHADE, Bristle-like inflorescence in summer. Use in rock crevices or in rocky soil, near stone walks or paths or under shrubs and trees. Good fall nectar source and food plant for butterfly larva. Campsis radicans need moderate water during its blooming period from June through August. Thin-Leaved Sunflower (Helianthus decapetalus) - PART SHADE, Yellow, 2-4" wide, daisy-like flowers in late summer and early fall. This is the most deer resistant trillium species., Trumpet Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) - PART SUN OR SUN, Deciduous vine. Rain garden plant., Multi-stemmed, deciduous, understory shrub. Interplant with other species such as ferns, Wild Ginger or White Wood Aster to follow. Part to full shade. Woodland, pond or streamside gardens. They depend on native plants and the insects that have co-evolved with them. They prefer rich, loose, well drained soil. (Do not compost.). Butterfly plant. Its flowers are said to look like turtles' heads, if you look at them sideways. August 20. Celastrus scandens is a climbing vine that grows to 30 feet and has large, fragrant flowers. Will tolerate somewhat drier soils. Use a strong spray of water to dislodge, but, in general, avoid overhead watering. Deer resistant. One of the earliest blooming asters. It also tolerates low temperatures, so you can plant it in mid-winter if you live in an arid area. Flowers provide nectar and birds love the fruit. Layers of peeling bark, attractive if plant is pruned to expose. (45-60 cm) Hardiness: USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 C (-30 F) Flat clusters of small yellow flowers in spring, similar to Queen Anne's Lace. Butterfly plant. This beautiful climber comes from China and has lustrous deep green foliage and deliciously fragrant soft pink flowers in spring. How to grow clematis. Also, many wild-collected plants do not survive transplanting. Extremely adaptable. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. Clusters of 1" wide, blue, pink or white flowers along arching stems in fall. Lovely massed or used in meadows, wild gardens or at the edges of ponds or streams. An attractive climber with masses of white flowers in spring and feathery seed heads. Click on the green bars below to see the many plants that are native to our area. Acorns provide food for variety of birds and mammals and cavities provide den, nesting, and roosting sites for birds. Moist to dry, rich soil. Clematis, a member of the Ranunculaceae (or buttercup) family , is a large genus of over 200 species, chiefly native to the temperate zones of the northern hemisphere. Shadier rain garden plant., Green-headed Coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata) PART SUN. Moist soil. Deadhead after flowering for neater appearance. This plant does not like drought conditions or standing water in the soil at any time of year. Easily transplanted. Deer resistant., Canada Violet (Viola canadensis) - PART SHADE, White blooms tinged purple with yellow centers throughout spring and well into summer. Plant emerges late. Best for naturalizing in meadows or for mixed plantings. Wood Sorrel: Mountain Wood Sorrel, Northern Wood Sorrel. Clean up all dead foliage around plants in March to discourage borers. Will tolerate drier soils than the other Monardas. Endangered, Threatened, and Rarity Information; This plant is listed by the U.S. federal government or a state. Paired leaves pierced by the stem. Rain garden plant., Christmas Fern (Polystichum acrostichoides) - PART SHADE, Dark, leathery, evergreen fronds. This week's native plant is Clematis virginiana and it has plenty of fanciful names so choose your favorite: virgin's bower, devil's darning needles, and old man's beard. Self-sows. Grows in moss at the base of trees in wild areas. Mainly a foliage plant. Moist soils only. August 26. Fruit a white berry with purplish "eye" in late summer. Stems zigzag from leaf to leaf. Remove of outer twigs in winter. Combine with other Monarda species for color contrast. A species to brighten the woodland garden in fall. Passiflora Incarnata (Purple Passionflower). Nice on steep banks where Tall Bellflower is a good companion. Here is the Perennial Sunflower (Helianthus 'Lemon Queen'). For more information about native plants, you can contact the Deadhead to prevent. Deadhead to prevent. Width: 2-3'. and water well. Part sun. Evergreen, woodland groundcover. Division of clump after bloom may also spur strong new growth. Seeds attract birds. Thimbleweed is a good companion plant as it can compete. Good in combination with Joe-Pye Weed and ironweeds. Additionally, invasive plants tend to emerge earlier in the spring, leaving native plants to fight for nutrients, space, and other resources. Height: 2-3'.
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