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                                   Achillea millefolium Yarrow

A very tough plant that will tolerate drought conditions and average soils. Will spread quite readily making it a good choice for holding soils on banks or other well-drained areas. The white flowers resemble those of Queen Anne's Lace and last throughout the summer.

Sun to Semi, Average Soil, Summer, 1-3 ft Tall, Zones 2-9

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Acorus calamus   Sweet Flag

A hardy aquatic plant that will grow in the water and spreads well once established. Has Iris like foliage with an inconspicuous greenish yellow flower in the summer. Root and leaves are aromatic when crushed.

Sun , Wet Soil, Summer, 2-3 ft Tall, Zones 3-10

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Actaea pachypoda  Dolls Eye, White Baneberry

Very similar to some of the Bugbanes, but this plant has its white flower in late spring. Then it produces a white seedpod that has a black dot on it which resembles a dolls eye. Prefers a shady spot with rich moist soil.

Shade, Rich Soil, Spring, 2-3 ft Tall, Zones 4-8

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Allium tricocum  Woodleek, Ramps

Two leaves emerge from the ground very early in the spring bearing white flowers. This plant is well known for its great tasting root, resembling the taste of garlic or onions. Must have a wet location, often found along creeks and springs.

Shade, Rich Moist Soil, Spring, 6-12 in Tall, Zones 4-9

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Amianthium muscaetoxicum    Fly Poison

The basal foliage on this plant is grass like except wider than grass. Has a showy white flower in the summer, really stands out in a shade garden. It will tolerate some sun in cooler climates.

Shade to Semi, Rich Soil, Summer, 1-2 ft Tall, Zones 4-9

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                                     Amsonia tabernaemontana    Blue Star

Round clusters of sky blue flowers in the spring. Will tolerate varied growing conditions and makes a nice show in the garden. Prefers some extra moisture.

Shade to Semi, Rich Moist Soil, Spring, 1-3 ft Tall, Zones 3-8

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Anemonella Thalictroides – Rue Anemone       

This Rue Anemone has single 6” white flowers. They grow in woodland areas with little care. They bloom in early spring and go dormant later in the summer. This one is easy to grow in well-drained soil, rich in organic matter.

Shade to Semi Shade, Well drained Soil, Spring, 8-12” Tall, Spread 8”, Zones 4-6

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Aquilegia caerulea    BlueColumbine                                                                                      

This Columbine has a long bloom period, lasting from spring to summer. Has a blue flower with a white center, reaches a height of 2-3 ft. Likes sun with well-drained soil, will tolerate some light shade, good for a rock garden.                                                  

Sun to Semi-Shade. Dry Soil, Spring, 2-3 ft Tall, Zones 3-10

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                                                Aquilegia canadensis  American Columbine                                                               

The most common Columbine in our area. Has a reddish orange flower with a yellow center. Blooms spring and summer. Will reach a height of 2-3 ft. As with other Columbines it must have a well-drained soil and will tolerate sun to semi-shade. This will also reseed very freely. A very pretty plant makes a nice addition to any flower bed.                                                                      

Sun to Semi-Shade, Dry Soil, Spring, 2-3 ft Tall, Zones 3-10. 

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Aquilegia chrysantha  Canary Yellow Columbine                                                               

Slightly fragrant yellow flowers slightly larger than the American Columbine. Must have  well-drained soil with some sun to bloom well. The solid yellow flower is very attractive, adding a soft touch of yellow to your garden.                                             

Sun to Semi-Shade, Dry Soil, Spring 1-3 ft Tall, Zones 3-9

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Aralia racemosa     American Spikenard                                                                                     

A very large plant with a massive root system, works well in the back of a garden in a shaded spot. Has large heart shaped leaves. The flowers are greenish white, and the fruit is a dark blue berry type fruit, which is edible.                                                    

Shade to Semi-Shade, Rich Moist Soil, Summer, 3-5 ft Tall, Zones 4-7

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                        Arisaema triphyllum Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Indian Turnip                                                                           

A must for every woodland garden. Growing to heights of 2 feet or more in a moist shady location. Has 2 leaves generally divided into 3 parts. The spathe type flower can vary from pale green to purplish brown and is often striped. Blooms in the spring and has a cluster of bright red berries in the fall.                                   

 Shade, Moist Soil, Spring, 1-3 ft Tall, Zones 4-9.

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Aruncus dioicus     Goatsbeard                                                                                             

Almost forms into a small shrub with a plume of white flowers in the summer. This plant is very showy and works well in the back of a garden. The stems have a slight reddish tint to them making this an attractive plant even when it is not in bloom. Give this plant plenty of room to spread out, spacing them at least 3-4 ft apart

Shade to Semi-Shade, Average Soil, Summer, 3-4 ft Tall, Zones 3-9

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Asarum canadense     Canada Wild Ginger                                                                       

This ginger has kidney shaped leaves with purplish flowers just below the leaves right on the ground. It will make a ground cover in a shaded moist spot that has rich soil. The leaves and roots are aromatic when crushed.                                                                                                                                                     

 Shade, Rich Moist Soil, Spring, 6-12 in Tall, Zones 3-8

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Asclepias incarnata    Swamp Milkweed       

This Asclepias likes wet soil and full sun. Has deep pink to rose flowers in the summer. Probably one of the best-known plants in the milkweed family. Mixes well with Joe Pye Weed and Ironweed.

Sun, Moist to Wet Soil, Summer, 2-4 ft Tall, Zones 5-9

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Asclepias syriaca – Common Milkweed       

This is the common Milkweed you see large stands in fields throughout the southeast. Give this species plenty of room as it spreads very quickly. As with all the other Milkweeds this is a great Butterfly attractor. It will grow in either moist or dry soils, very hardy.

Sun/Semi, moist to Dry Soil, 2-4 Ft Tall, Spread 12-18”, Zones 3-9

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Asclepias tuberosa    Butterfly Weed                                                                                                  

As the name suggests this flower attracts the Butterflies with its bright orange flower during the summer months. It will tolerate drought conditions; therefore it is great for that hot sunny dry spot in your garden. It will become a large clump after several years. It is best not to disturb the long taproot once the plant gets established

Sun, Dry Soil, Summer, 1-2 ft Tall, Zones 3-10.