Easy. Moist, fertile soil. Clematis paniculata (Sweet Autumn Clematis) is listed in the Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States. Blue-eyed Mary (Collinsia verna) - PART SUN, Annual. Plant among other low woodlanders such as Foamflower. Fertilize lightly in spring with compost or organic fertilizer, Red-berried Elder (Sambucus racemosa ssp. They displace and alter native plant communities, degrade wildlife habitat and water quality, and potentially lead to increased soil erosion. Climbing roses bloom from spring through fall, depending on the variety you choose. Division not recommended. Fiddleheads unfurl bright green in spring. Tough and adaptable. Pennsylvania's native flora includes seven species of wild grapes. Shadier rain garden plant. Self-sows. Height: 4-8'. Click on the green bars below to see the many plants that are native to our area. Height: 6-10". Height: 1-3'. Basal rosettes appear first, followed by tall stems and blooms. Height: 3-4'. Combine with sunflowers, goldenrods, silphiums and other yellow composites for nice color contrast. Moist, moderately fertile soil. Allow for wide-spreading, running root system and permit to die back naturally. Be sure to water your Campsis radicans regularly throughout the growing season, but dont overwater it as this will cause root rot. The peas in your garden have tendrils that are modified leaves. Easy. Deer resistant., American Bladdernut (Staphylea trifolia) - PART SHADE. Dappled sun to shade. This is Blue Mistflower or Hardy Ageratum (Conoclinium coelestinum 'Blue'). While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that An interesting woodland groundcover, often grown for its very strong, leek-like flavor. Moist, average soil. Inflorescence radiates out from one point, then radiates again, like an exploding firework. They also prefer neutral pH soil, so if you have a lot of limestone or other acidic soil in your yard, consider adding lime before planting a climbing rose. In early spring, cut back all stems to buds that are within 12 to 18 inches of the ground. August 26. August 5. Self-sows where happy. Drought tolerant. Deep taproot makes transplanting difficult. A Mandevilla is a type of flowering vine that has been popular in the United States for many years. Exudes spicy scent when bark is scratched or leaves are crushed. Divide clumps every 5 years. Deer resistant, Sensitive Fern (Onoclea sensibilis) PART SHADE. Width: 1-2'. Average to dry soil. Height: to 18". Fragrant, 2", rose-purple blooms in summer followed by edible, red fruits. It extends as far east as the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, at elevations below 1,800 meters. Width: 2-3'. Protect offsets for next year's growth by keeping plants free from heavy mulch and all weeds in fall. However, keep mulch away from the stems. Rain garden plant., White Trillium (Trillium grandiflorum) - MORNING SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE, Large, white, 3-petaled, showy blooms which fade to pink as they decline. Average soil. Leaves turn colors in fall. This initial training will maximize flowering and encourage the development of a healthy plant in the future. Allow stems to remain up through winter to provide food and cover for birds. Blooms yellow in late summer to fall. Height: 3-6'. Average to moist soil. Deer resistant. Six species are endemic to Australia. Morning sun to bright shade. Clump-forming. The Atragene group includes the species Clematis alpina, C. koreana, and C. macropetala and their hybrids. Dig a hole twice the size and depth of the pot. Nice on open, wooded slopes, under shrubs or in rock gardens. Best used for naturalizing on larger properties. Width: 1'. Forms thick clumps in time. Moist but well-drained, rich soil. Part shade. Carefree. When growing from seed, plant them in rich, well-drained soil in full sun so they can develop roots before winter arrives and die back for the winter months until springtime when you replant them in more fertile soil with more moisture to sustain them once again during their growth period. Butterfly plant. Flat clusters of small yellow flowers in spring, similar to Queen Anne's Lace. Height: 14-20". Part shade. Ostrich Fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris) PART SUN TO SHADE. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. Deer resistant., Wild Strawberry (Fragaria virginiana) - SUN TO PART SUN. Provides fall and winter food for Cedar Waxwing, Mockingbird, Cardinal, Piliated Woodpecker, other birds, squirrels, and deer. Spread: to 2'. First, conserve existing native vegetation and plant communities. Berries attract birds. This flower was a happy surprise. Height: 8-16". Height: 2-4'. Self-sows readily. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. Transplant in spring to early summer only. Height and width: 2-5'. Moist, well-drained, rich soil. Shadier rain garden plant. Width: 18". Deadhead after flowering for neater appearance. Clematis virginiana is an evergreen vine that grows to a height of 20 feet. Moist, fertile soil. Width: 12-16". Deer resistant., Rough-stemmed Goldenrod (Solidago rugose) SUN TO PART SUN, A species of goldenrod. Excellent wildlife plant., Gray Dogwood (Cornus racemosa) - SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE, Deciduous, suckering shrub. Inch-long, blue-violet blossoms on spikes in late spring. Width: 3-4'. Moist, rich soil. Grows in moss at the base of trees in wild areas. Mix plenty of well-moistened sphagnum peat, compost and pine needles into planting soil. Deer resistant., Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) - SUN, Clump-forming grass. Older plants may go dormant after seed set, but reappear in fall. Width: 2-5'. Flowers at a time when few other plants are in bloom. To create additional collections, you must be a paid member of our site. Average, well-drained soil. Minimize habitat disturbance. Seeds attract birds. The plant needs regular fertilization and plenty of water during the growing season but does not need pruning or staking for support. Moist to wet, moderately fertile soil. Pruning back old branches will promote more bushy growth while pruning young shoots will encourage more upright growth. Deadhead to prevent. Moist to wet, rich, near-neutral soil. Culture: Clematis can be planted anytime the ground is workable. Deer resistant., Downy Yellow Violet (Viola pubescens) - PART SHADE, Yellow blooms in spring. Forms loose colonies in shade. Third, they support wildlife, providing shelter and food for native birds and insects, while exotic plants do not. Flower colors include pinks, purples, blues . Similar spread. ellow, 2-3" wide blooms from mid-summer to fall. Blooms pink to lavender in summer on stiff stems. Slow to establish, but will form a thick patch in time. Rain garden plant., Swamp Saxifrage (Saxifraga pensylvanica) PART SHADE, Greenish-white flowers in branched clusters on stout, 1-4' high stalks in spring. Clumping habit. Long-lived. Height: 4-10'. Ditto for Hemlocks. Clematis napaulensis (scientific name: Clematis napaulensis) is a vining dwarf herb native to Nepal, in the family Ranunculaceae. Divide every 3-5 years in summer. Brother Stefan. Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced, organic fertilizer while tree is young. Height: 4-8". Blue Heart-Leaved Aster (Symphotrichum cordifolium) - PART SHADE. Well-drained, average, even rocky soil. Moist to wet soil, but quite adaptable to damp, open areas. I don't think it is getting enough sun. Width: 1'. Red fruits on vigorous individuals in late summer. Clematis ligusticifolia is a vine that grows to about 20 feet. Mark locations as plants break dormancy late. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. Chocolate Vine will grow quickly, especially when planted in a pot, but the roots can rot if the soil does not drain well. They are easy to care for, but they need plenty of sunlight to thrive. Best for naturalizing in larger woodland gardens., Wild Stonecrop (Sedum ternatum) -MORNING SUN TO SHADE, White, star-like blooms in spring. Shadier rain garden plant. Width: 3-5'. Best used for naturalizing, especially on banks. Rain garden plant., Deerberry (Vaccinium staminium)- PART SUN, Deciduous shrub. As development takes away farmland and wildland, many Pennyslvaiva native plants are lost. Part to full shade. Part sun to bright shade. Plant emerges late. In Florida, Wunderlin (2003) counts seven Clematis species, including one native only to Florida (endemic), and one as an occasional non-native escapee. Best for naturalizing in woodland gardens in light shade. Deer resistant. Shiny, round, black seeds in dried clusters may remain through winter. Shadier rain garden plant. Bird and butterfly plant. Often found in large stands on moist woodland slopes. Use in borders or in dry, open woods, especially along paths or at the wood edge. Height: to 15". Berries appear and ripen after each wave of blooming. Click on the green bars below to see the many plants that are native to our area. Moist to wet, average soil. The Swamp Milkweed is definitely done blooming for the season now, because these are its seed pods starting to form. Deer resistant., Wool Grass(Scirpus cyperinus) - PART TO FULL SUN -Also called Rush, Strongly vertical. Must have adequate moisture until well-established. Deer resistant, Whorled Aster (Oclemena acuminatus) - PART SHADE TO SHADE. Height: 3-6". Spread: to 12' or more. Spread: to 3'. Japanese clematis is a vigorous woody vine that has been used for landscaping in the southeastern United States since 1877. Use at edge of pond or stream or in a moist meadow. This easy-to-grow plant has large, ruffled, blue flowers that start to appear in early summer and continue throughout mid to late summer. Then let the plant do its thing for the growing season. Group 1 Often described as evergreen but in colder more exposed sites this clematis will experience some leaf loss. The trumpet flowers are white with a yellow center, and they have four petals that look like the bell of a trumpet. Well-drained soil. Height: 1-2'. Deer resistant., Meadow Phlox (Phlox maculate) MORNING SUN OR DAPPLED LIGHT. Nice for naturalizing in combination with White Wood Aster or Blue, Heart-leaved Aster. Very moist, rich soil. Easy to grow. Remove affected plants and discard. An attractive climber with masses of white flowers in spring and feathery seed heads. 2. Allow enough space for mature size as species resents transplanting. Sun to part sun. Chinese/Oriental Clematis (Clematis orientalis L.) Eradication of all live plants is required throughout the entirety of all Colorado counties. Self-sows aggressively. Height: 3'. Forms colonies. Long-lived. Full to part sun. Plant in a moist but well-drained soil with roots in a cool shady place and foliage in the sun. Purplish-black berries follow. Daisy-like yellow flowers with squared-off edges bloom on stout stems in late summer. Blue-black fruits on female individuals. Width: 2'. Hummingbird and butterfly plant. Re-emerges in fall. It blooms profusely throughout August and is great for cutting. Part shade, especially in the afternoon. Light: Sun, Part Sun. Self-sows, but easy to control. Use at wood edge or streamside. Height: 6-12". The plant can be grown in Pennsylvania as long as it has at least four hours of sunlight per day and a soil temperature between 55 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Height: 10-16". Good fall nectar source and food plant for butterfly larva. Height: 1-3'. Good fall nectar source and food plant for butterfly larva. Spread: 20-35'. Bulbs multiply. Summer Phlox (Phlox paniculata) MORNING SUN OR DAPPLED LIGHT, Also known as Perennial Phlox or Garden Phlox. Excellent foliage backdrop for smaller plants or among low groundcovers. Star Jasmine is an evergreen vine that can grow up to 6 feet long. The sepals range in color from lavender to pink to violet. After that, you should be able to assign a pruning group and adjust pruning and clean-up activities accordingly. This is a running form. Spreads to form colonies over time. Deer resistant., Wild Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescenes) - PART SHADE. Will not tolerate competition from other plants. and water well. Nice interplanted with taller species, or under trees and shrubs, but does not like competition. Please enable scripts and reload this page. Plant in standing water, at the very edge of a pond or stream or in soil that stays moist. Protect from harsh frost and wind. Description. Hummingbird plant. Deadhead to prevent. NVS maintains a standard set of species code abbreviations that correspond to standard scientific plant names from the Ng Tipu o Aotearoa - New Zealand Plants database. Leaves are compound in groups of 3. Height: 4-6. In Pennsylvania, this vine will grow in full sun or partial shade. Height: 12-18". Sun to part sun. Deep taproot makes transplanting of all but young seedlings impossible. Requires strong support, but vines become thicker and woodier with age. Semi-evergreen. Find out how to care for them and the characteristics of different cultivars. Its flowers are said to look like turtles' heads, if you look at them sideways. Excellent nectar plant. I'll be waiting for some of those to show up. Our native plants of Pennsylvania guide offers many suggestions for adding native plants in your home landscaping. Mites may cause twig clusters to form at branch ends, but this does not kill the tree. Self-sows here and there. Moist, average soil. Length: to 30'. Trunk typically narrow and straight with branching that begins half-way up. Bougainvillea is a flowering plant that grows up to 40 feet tall. Additional information. Light green fronds, usually deeply lobed. There are many benefits in growing native plants. Someone gave me a little piece of this plant in fall of 2009. Moist, well-drained, near-neutral, rich soil. It is evergreen, has starry white flowers and a habit of smothering shrubs that lie in its path. Width: 1'. Part shade. Self-sows. Nice in a rock garden or in an open woodland garden, Maple-Leaved Waterleaf (Hydrophyllum canadense) PART SHADE, Violet, bell-like flowers in clusters held above leaves on stiff stalks in spring. Buy nursery-propagated native plants. Choose a sunny site with at least 6 hours of sun, with fertile, well-drained soil and some support, such as a trellis, tree or post. That's Black-eyed Susan on the left and Pink Threadleaf Coreopsis blooming at the right front. Deadheading prolongs bloom. Average soil. Light yellow flowers with green centers in summer to early fall. Part shade. Part sun, but will tolerate quite a bit of shade. Height: 3-4'. Deadhead after flowering to prevent self-sowing. Plant may be cut back by half in June to control height and promote bushiness. Shadier rain garden plant. You've come to the right place for Clematis! Small, closely-clustered flower heads resemble cats' paws. August 11. Move new plants in spring. Prune occasionally to remove dead canes (which have no thorns). Width: 12-16". Climbing hydrangeas are shrubs that can reach up to 80 feet tall and 12 feet wide. Having both male and female plants (dioecious) a number of varieties have been recognized, mainly ranging from north to south. Medium to dry, average soil. A total of 285 moth and butterfly species are support by maples. Drought tolerant once established. Scatter in a border, mass or use as an edger. Sun to part sun. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. I was going to give up on it but somehow it got some shoots up the side of the arbor this year. Easy. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. This is an aggressive species best used for naturalizing among shrubs or to grow over a strong pergola or along a fence. By taking the time to give clematis a good head start, providing it with proper growing conditions and knowing when to prune, you can enjoy the queen of the vines" in your home landscape for many years. Height and spread: 3-6'. Clematis virginiana Jump to a section: Subspecies and Varieties | Synonyms | Specimens and Distribution Subspecies and Varieties Not applicable or data not available. Clematis Species, Sweet Autumn Clematis, Virgin's Bower, Japanese Clematis Clematis terniflora 58 more photos VIEW GALLERY View all varieties of Clematis 86 members have or want this plant for trade. Width: 2'. Part to full sun. Incorporate plenty of compost to improve water retention and drainage. Moderately fertile soil that stays moist, at least in spring. Finely cut foliage. Plants go dormant by mid-summer. Well-drained, acidic soil. Fertilize in spring. Incorporate plenty of well-moistened sphagnum peat into planting soil and mulch with pine needles. Attractive seed pods. Deer resistant. Rain garden plant. Forms ground-covering drifts. Drought tolerant once established. Shiny, round leaves. Flower stems die after bloom and seed set. Charming, diminutive plants form tight clumps only 1-4" high. Also effective in front of evergreens or other dark backgrounds, massed at the edge of a pond or stream or at the edge of woods. Height: 4-7'. Extensive woody rootstock takes several years to develop. Deadhead to prevent. Height: 3-9'. A clumping plant. Width: 8". Width: 3-6'. Part shade to shade. Part sun in spring. A delicate-looking yet rugged, undemanding plant. Goldenrods play important roles in native ecosystems, stabilizing soil on hillsides and banks, providing excellent nectar sources as well as food and shelter for wildlife. Blooms earlier than common milkweed. Rust may disfigure leaves but plants survive. Foliage will remain attractive into October with enough moisture. Rain garden plant. height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. Spreads by rhizomes and self-sows. Non-native plants, in general, tend to support fewer species of caterpillars and provide less food. Adaptable. Spread: 6-10'. Height: to 5'. Clematis flowers are some of the showiest in the garden. Deer resistant., SilkyDogwood (Cornus amomum) - SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE, Deciduous, suckering shrub. Average soil. Drought tolerant after established. A native plant is one which occurred within this region before colonization by Europeans. The flowers are usually red, orange, or yellow and are usually fragrant. Often suffers from leaf blight on lower stems. An alternative for dry shade. Deer resistant. Flowers remain closed in a bottle shape, as if still in bud. Pictured here are the beginnings of cones that will later turn brown. An extract of the stems was used as a hallucinogen. Grows in tufts. Rich, moist soil. Stems zigzag from leaf to leaf. Moist, rich soil. Height: 12-28". Height: 2-3'. If you are unsure of the clematis species/cultivar that you have, observe its flowering habit over a growing season. Sun to part sun. Shadier rain garden plant., Great Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) SUN TO PART SUN. It requires well-drained soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.5. Moist, but very well-drained, near neutral-soil. The plant is native to eastern North America, and it can be grown as an ornamental or shade tree. Forms colonies. Mulch to prevent frost heaving. US Wildflower's Database of Red Wildflowers for Pennsylvania. Mixes micely with yellow composites. Mucky to wet soil, at least in spring. The plant produces runners along its length that root easily in moist soil, where they will produce new plants next year. It does spread out from the roots and also reseeds generously. Part sun. 2. Favors places where moss grows, as between shaded patio stones. Sun to part sun. Common names are from state and federal lists. Silver-white blooms along a spike in late summer and fall. Can spread aggressively so remove suckers regularly to prevent spread if desired., Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis) - PART SUN, Small tree for understory or wood edge. Will tolerate drier soils than the other Monardas. They are wetland plants, so I'm not sure how well this one would do in a long dry spell. Part shade to shade. Average soil. Bulblets may be dug and divided or moved only when plants are dormant in summer. Spreads too quickly for a planned border. Soil moisture: Moist. A few apple-like fruits loved by box turtules may develop. Height: 1-3'. Part to full sun. Moist, especially in spring. Morning sun to bright shade. Sun to part sun. An erect species. 2023 Stauffers of Kissel Hill. native plant species (PDF) offer many advantages to using non-native species. Nodding Onion (Allium cernuum) SUN TO PART SUN, Dainty, with slender, grass-like leaves and nodding, purplish-pink flowers on wiry stems in July and August. Use in rock gardens, near paving stones or on banks. Clusters of 1-2" long, red, tubular blossoms throughout the growing season. Fruits are important for many birds such as wrens, mockingbirds, thrashers, waxwings, and woodpeckers, and small and large mammals. Deadhead to prevent. Rain garden plant. Perennial vine with solitary flowers with four yellow sepals (petal-like structures). Morning sun. Photo credit: Nancy Knauss. Things are slowing down, but there will be a few new flowers still to come in September. Chocolate Vine is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. Cut back in March. Coppery colored inflorescence in late summer and fall. The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. Transplant only in spring. Erect. with Clematis, Want Garden Inspiration? Rain garden plant., Purple-Flowering Raspberry (Rubus odoratus) - PART SHADE, Deciduous, suckering shrub. Moist, rich soil. Glossy, dark green foliage turns shades of deep red in early fall. Leaves are basal rosettes. Seeds attract birds., Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) - PART SUN, Blooms violet in summer. Here is a native clematis, Virgin's Bower (Clematis virginiana), up on the arbor. Cut back if affected by thrips or powdery mildew. Crooked-Stem Aster (Symphotrichum prenanthoides) - PART SHADE, Pale violet, 1-2" wide flowers in fall. Moist, rich, well-drained, near-neutral soil. Height: 2-5'. Ecological restoration may be necessary, including native plantings, invasive removal, erosion control, or loosening soil compaction. Medium to moist, rich soil. Pennsylvania native plants are plants that thrived in the area before settlement. Culture as for Helianthus decapetalus, above. Clematis virginiana, Virgin's Bower, Wholesale Native Perennial Plant Plugs, Native Wildflowers, Native Pollinator Support Plants, Organically Grown. How to grow clematis. They can bloom from spring to fall but are known for their long-lasting blooms, which last until they start to fade in the fall. Shear back hard after seeds are shed to tidy plants and encourage new growth. Use at the front of a border as an edger, massed in sweeps or as a groundcover. Butterfly plant., Canada Mayflower (Maianthemum canadense) - PART SUN TO FULL SHADE, Deciduous groundcover. Fertilize in April and May. Please enter your email address below to create account. Height: 14-18". Part shade. Division seldom necessary but should be done in spring. Width: 2'. Found in open woods in wild areas. Sun to part sun. Learn to identify the local plants to guide plant selection. Foliage mottled. Blends well with other tall species. (Do not compost.) Best in moist, fertile soil, but adaptable. This pitiful plant is Dwarf Blazing Star (Liatris microcephala). Moist, rich soil. Often found growing on steep, rocky, wooded slopes or stream banks in wild areas. Self-sows freely. Use in rock gardens or in dry meadows, or for a softening effect among bright flowers such as Butterflyweed or Blazing Star. Bowman's Root is a nice companion. They are known for their enormous leaves, which are up to 8 inches long in some varieties. Cut back by half in June to control height and promote bushiness. Part sun. Can be used as a medium height groundcover. Frothy clusters of white blooms in mid- to late summer. Important provider of food and shelter for birds and mammals. Part shade. Loose groundcover for meadows among grasses and other meadow plants, or for open woods. Rich soil. Will tolerate drier soils, but not extended drought. Part shade, especially under deciduous trees. Greenish-white flower clusters in summer. Shadier rain garden plant., Toadshade (Trillium sessile) - MORNING SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE, Deep red, bud-like, 3-petaled flowers held close to the center of 3-leaved plants. There are several types of climbing hydrangeas, including the fountain hydrangea and the autumn bloomer hydrangea. Height and width: 10-16". Deadhead to prevent. Cut back when foliage declines. Edible, red berries in fall often remain on plants through winter. Height: 4. Clematis, Native . Width: 2-3'. Use in a woodland garden, a shady rock garden or under deciduous shrubs. Sun or part sun. Attracts many butterflies. It seems to do fine in the pond. If you provide us with your name, email address and the payment of a modest $25 annual membership fee, you will become a full member, enabling you to design and save up to 25 of your garden design ideas. May be aggessive. To produce long-lived, healthy plants with optimum flowering consider the following needs. Nice mixed with Christmas Fern, Virginia Bluebells or Creeping Phlox. Sun to part sun. Its pitchers fill with water and it feeds by digesting the small insects that fall in. Moist, fertile soil. Short-lived but self-sows readily, so is nice for naturalizing in a meadow. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. The soil should be organically rich, moist and well-drained. It is native to eastern North America, including Missouri where it typically occurs in moist low woodland areas and thickets bordering streams, ponds and fence rows (Steyermark). Width: 2-3'. Average soil. Moist, average soil. (Do not compost.). Use gloves when handling rhizomes as sap can irritate eyes and skin. Part shade. Prefers rich, well-drained acidic soils. Deciduous, suckering shrub/small tree. A fleshy plant. Width: 2-3'. Clematis are among the most decorative and spectacular of all the flowering vines. Moist, rich soil. Blooms in flat clusters of mauve flowers in late summer. More non-native plants are introduced every year. Use at wood edge or in open woodland. Part sun to light shade. Divide every 4-5 years. They turn bright red and get eaten by birds. A naturalizing species for open woods or meadows. Shadier rain garden plant. Long-lived. Morning sun to bright shade. One may want to adjust timing of pruning/cleanup after observing the flowering during the course of a growing season. Good fall nectar source and food plant for butterfly larva. Moist, well-drained, rich soil. Sun. (Do not compost.) Virgin's Bower, Clematis virginiana, is a member of the Buttercup Family. Sun to bright shade. Flowers provide nectar and birds love the fruit. Bird Food: Native plants provide seeds, insects and caterpillars. Width: 12". Good tall accent in a border or naturalized in a meadow., Tall Meadow Rue (Thalictrum Pubescens) - PART SUN TO LIGHT SHADE, White, airy blooms in summer. Mulch well. Elegant, yellow and red, spurred blossoms on stiff stems above leaves in late spring. Deadhead to prevent. Blooms gold with brown centers in mid- to late summer. Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum thalictroides) - SHADE. Self-sows aggressively. Rain garden plant. Part shade, especially in the afternoon. Found in: Emerging foliage deep, smoke-purple followed by greenish-yellow or purplish flowers where leaflets join stems in spring. I've run out of new flower pictures for August, so here are a few other things. Nice to scatter in a woodland garden, especially around plants that emerge later such as ferns. Good in combination with Joe-Pye Weed and ironweeds. Blooms crimson, star-like flowers in summer. Partridgeberry (Mitchella repens) PART TO FULL SHADE. , Oaks have exceptional wildlife value. These plants are the earliest to bloom, starting in spring. Average soil. Large leaves shaped like those of a maple tree. Large clematis flowers can be as huge as 10" (25 cm) across and be shades of purple, red, pink, and white. Width: 18". Width: 18". Hummingbird plant. Choose planting site carefully as plant is hard to move or divide. Use for vertical accent or anchor plant in large borders, or for screening or naturalizing in moist meadows or near ponds or streams. I've found a few volunteers from last year popping up in other areas of my yard. Divide every 3 years. May develop powdery mildew. Height: 30-60'. Good medium-sized shade tree., Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus) - SUN TO PART SUN, Evergreen tree. A lot of people trim their Arborvitae into hedges that are square, round, pyramidal, etc. Moderate to dry, average soil. Width: 2-3'. Provides fall color for the woodland garden. 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