Orange Jewelweed is an annual wildflower that has beautiful orange trumpet/bugle shaped flowers and grows well in the shade. I first learned of this plant in my youth when my Uncle showed me it's...
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Liatris is a genus of flowers containing over 50 species of flowers, most being pink/purple in color (and very showy). Each species has its own native range within North America, with some...
As you learn to garden or grow plants from seed, you may have come across the term 'Stratify' or 'Stratification'. If it is a new term to you it can seem puzzling. So, in this guide I...
Brown-Eyed Susan is a short-lived perennial native to Eastern North America[1]. Scientifically known as Rudbeckia triloba, it grows 3-5' tall in full sun and well draining soil[2][3]. Blooming dozens...
About a year or so after we moved into our new (used) home my wife decided it was time to begin updating the style, as she said there was too much 'wood'. But, she wanted to update the kitchen...
Giant St. John’s Wort – Facts, Identification, Grow and Care
Giant St. John's Wort is a yellow native perennial wildflower that grows in Eastern North America. I first noticed this flower while on a hike. It was quite tall at about 5'. And...