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Liatris aspera      Rough Blazing Star

A rare plant not often seen in the wild. Has lavender pink flowers in the late summer to fall. Not quite as tall as the other Liatris. This one likes sandy soils.

Sun, Sandy Soils, Summer, 18-30 in Tall, Zones 3-8

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Liatris pycnostachya     Cattail gayfeather

Has narrow grass like foliage at the base and up the stem. On top of the 3-4’ stem is a bright purple spike bloom, which is one of the best to attract butterflies.  Must have full sun to thrive.

Sun, Average Soil, Fall, 3-5 ft Tall, Zones 3-9

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Liatris scariosa    Large Button Snakeroot

The blooms on this Liatris are larger than on the other varieties. They are the same deep purple as the others and can get quite tall, up to 5 feet. Good for that dry sunny spot in your garden.

Sun, Average Dry Soil, Late Summer  to Fall, 3-5 ft Tall, Zones 5-8

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Liatris spicata    Spike Gayfeather

Perhaps somewhat shorter and compact than the other varieties. Will tolerate a slightly moist sunny area. The small purple blooms are numerous and quite showy. A real butterfly attracter and also makes a great cut flower.

Sun, Slightly Moist Soil, Summer, 3-4 ft Tall, Zones 4-9

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Lilium canadense - Canada Lily    

One of natures beauties, we have been working on this one for a long time. These are quite rare and it quite a find if you see one. Sorry I do not have a picture yet. It is somewhat similar to the Turk's Cap Lily in growth and growing conditions. Prefers moist soil, sum to semi-shade, the soil should be rich. It reaches about 3 to 5 feet tall and has yellow flowers in the summer. Note the flower color can vary from yellow to orange to red. The flowers to not fully reflex like the Turk's Cap, these open about half way or so. It does have the whorled leaves up the stem as the Turk's Cap does. This is a must have for the garden.

Sun/Semi, Moist Rich, Summer, 3-5' Tall, Spread 12", Zones 3-8

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Lilium superbum    Turk’s Cap Lily

This is a tall lily often reaching 8 feet and can have 20 or more blooms. The blooms are orange with maroon spots, the petals curl back which allows the stamens and pistil to project out. A very pretty plant blooming in the summer. Prefers rich wet soil in a semi-shaded area. Plant the bulb 6-8 inches deep, this is where the ground is more consistently moist. This plant is a must for every garden.

Semi-shade to Sun, Moist Rich Soil, Summer, 5-8 ft Tall, Zones 4-9

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Linum perenne    Blue Perennial Flax

Has grass like leaves with clear blue flowers in the summer. Put this in a dry sunny spot and it will bloom all summer long.

Sun, Average Dry Soil, Summer, 1-3 ft Tall, Zones 5-8

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Lobelia cardinalis      Cardinal Flower

If you are looking to attract hummingbirds, this is the plant. It is a brilliant red color and they love it. It thrives best in wet soil, will tolerate slightly drier soils, but not too dry. The basal foliage will remain all winter, and should not be covered with leaves or mulch during the winter. A light cover of pine needles is alright, so the sun can get to the leaves.

Sun to Semi-shade, Moist to Wet Soils, Fall, 3-4ft Tall, Zones 3-10

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Lobelia siphilitica     Great Blue Lobelia

Similar to the above Cardinal Flower but has bluish purple flowers. Will grow in varied locations, moist and semi-shade areas being the ideal locations. They will tolerate drier soils.

Sun to Shade, Moist to Wet Soil, Fall, 3-4 ft Tall, Zones 3-10

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Lonicera sempervirens    Coral Honeysuckle

Easy to grow vine that has red and yellow flowers in the summer. This is great to attract hummingbirds. Not invasive like the common honeysuckle. Will remain evergreen in the south.

Sun to Semi-shade, Rich Soil, Summer, Vine, Zones 6-9

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Lupinus perennis         Wild Lupine

 A very attractive plant in the spring with its blue pea – like flowers. Does best in full sun but will tolerate some light shade. These clump up very nicely and should be spaced at least 20-24" apart.

Sun to Semi-shade, Average Soil, Spring, 1-2’ Tall, Zones 4-9

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Maianthemum canadense     False Lily-Of-The- Valley

Good groundcover for dry shade area. Has white flowers in the spring followed by red berries in the late summer. The leaves are somewhat heart shaped and shiny green. This plant stays low to the ground and will even grow under hemlocks in the dry acid soil.

Shade, Dry Rich Soil, Spring, 1-3 in Tall, Zones 3-7

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Mertensia virginica    Virginia Blue Bells

A very early spring bloomer, has purple blue flowers on a leafy stem about 2 feet tall. It dies back shortly after it gets through blooming so plant something close to it so you will not have a bare spot in your garden, ferns are a good choice.

Shade to Semi-Shade, Moist to Wet Rich Soil, Spring, 12-18 in Tall, Zones 3-9

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Mitchella repens    Partridge Berry

A slow growing groundcover that grows in deep shade. Flowers are very small, plant is more noted for the red berries in the fall, flowers are white to pink in the spring. Leaves are small rounded with white veins. It grows right flat on the ground. Will tolerate dry shade if the soil is rich.

Shade, Rich Soil, 1 in Tall Groundcover, Zones 4-9

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Monarda didyma    Bee Balm, Oswego Tea, Horsemint

Has bright red flowers that really attract the hummingbirds in the fall. Likes wet soil and will grow in the shade. Does not get the mildew as the hybrid varieties do. Will spread nicely and give you some late fall red color in the shade.

Shade to Semi-Shade, Wet to Moist Rich Soil, Fall, 2-4 ft Tall, Zones 4-9

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Monarda fistulosa  Wild Bergamot

Grows to a height of about 4 feet. Has pink to lavender flowers in the summer, and the leaves are often tinged with the color of the flowers. Thrives in open shade or full sun with proper moisture.

Sun to Semi-shade, Moist Soil, Summer, 3-4 ft Tall, Zones 3-9

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Ornithogalum umbellatum   Star of Bethlehem

This plant will grow in varied conditions, best location will be semi shade in average soil. Has grass like foliage with a white mid rib and bears a white star shaped flower in the spring. Will spread quite readily and make a big show.

Semi Shade, Average Soil, Spring, 6-12 in Tall, Zones 5-10

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