The Persimmon tree is a deciduous hardwood native to North America. Scientifically known as Diospyros virginiana, it will grow 35-60' tall in full sun, and produce edible fruits in Autumn. Valuable...

Hairy Wild Petunia is a short perennial wildflower native to the Central United States. Scientifically known as Ruellia humilis, it grows 6-12" tall in full sun and well draining soil and blooms...

Purple Giant Hyssop is a perennial wildflower native to Eastern North America. Scientifically known as Agastache scrophulariifolia, it can grow up to 6' tall in optimum conditions. Blooming densely...

Red Maple is a deciduous hardwood tree native to Eastern North America. Scientifically known as Acer rubrum, it grows 60-90' tall in full sun and moist to dry soil, and puts on an amazing display of...

Purple Loosestrife is a highly invasive plant introduced to North America. Scientifically known as Lythrum salicaria, it typically grows 2-6' tall and blooms densely flowered purple spikes in full...

Roots are the portion of a plant that interface with the ground. They perform three primary functions, anchoring the plant, absorbing water/nutrients/minerals, and also act as storage of energy for...