Hibiscus laevis (Halberd-leaf Rosemallow) is one of the most elegant flowers I've ever grown. Blooming large rose-like flowers in late summer, this tall beauty can really stand out amongst the...
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Out of all plants native to the United States, one could make a strong argument that the Cardinal Flower has the most striking blooms. A grouping can make a truly eye-catching display that brings in...
Whenever I visit the old family farm in Iowa, I always like to walk through the woods to observe what is growing in this driftless part of the Midwest. The driftless part of the Midwest is a...
Yellow Jewelweed is a native Annual wildflower that can grows in moist areas with good organic soil, and can form large colonies. It has the potential to grow slightly larger (up to 6' / 2 m) than...
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...
White Turtlehead a herbaceous perennial wildflower native to North America that grows best in medium to moist conditions, full sun and blooms in late Summer to Fall. Scientifically known as Chelone...