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This is our catch-all category for wildflowers which are native to North America east of the Mississippi River. Some of these plants will require special soil or care in selecting a site. The majority will be happy in any well drained garden soil in full sun. Check for growing conditions in the listing for each plant.

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Actaea pachypoda Actaea pachypoda - This native woodlander is most noted for its fantastic berries. Called "Doll’s eyes" by some, the berries are white with a blue dot, carried on a pinkish red stem. A stunning fall display. Best in fertile soil in full shade. (24"h x 15"w) W, 2.5" - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Actaea rubra Actaea rubra - The common name of red baneberry is accurate. A cluster of bright red, inedible berries are produced in the fall on this woodland plant from northern North America. Prefers a rich, neutral soil in light shade. (30"h x 20" w) W, 2.5" - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Allium cernuum Allium cernuum - This American flowering onion is deservedly popular. It produces clusters of pretty flowers in shades of pink in mid summer. Plant in full sun in well drained soil. This offering is a two year old, blooming-size plant. (20"h x 10"w) , 3.5"- $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Amsonia hubrichtii - Called bluestar in its native Oklahoma, it is a surprisingly hardy plant for the sunny border. It is also useful in the butterfly garden as a source of early nectar. Little, star-shaped, bright blue flowers cover the plant in spring. Fall foliage is a real plus. Prefers a moist, sunny location where it can establish over many years. (35"h x 24"w) 3.5" - $5.50.   
           Quantity:  @ $5.50/each   

Amsonia tabernaemontana - Common bluestar is an adaptable plant for most gardens. It produces many little blue flowers in spring in just about any soil. Will tolerate some shade but prefers a sunny spot. (36”h x 25”w) 2.5” - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Aquilegia canadensis – - Our native eastern columbine is a beauty. Sepals are usually reddish with yellow petals. In most areas of summer heat, this will be happiest in light shade in a fertile, well drained soil. (12”h x 12”w) W, 2.5” - $5.00              Out of Stock

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi - This selected form makes a nice mat of shinny, evergreen leaves with pink flowers and red berries. It should be provided with well drained, acidic soil in a sunny spot. (4”h x 30”w) RG, 3.5” - $6.00              Out of Stock

Arisaema triphyllum (Jack in the Pulpit)– - Our native "Jack in the Pulpit" is quite happy in any good, moist garden soil in shade. This long-lived plant continues to grow to spectacular size with sufficient moisture. The foliage is nice all season but the odd, beautiful green and brown flowers are the main appeal. This offering is for 1 year plants, perhaps two years from flowering.(12"h x 12"w) W, 1 quart - $7.00   
           Quantity:  @ $7.00/each   

Asarum canadense (Wild Ginger) – - The wild ginger of eastern forests is an attractive foliage plant for the woodland garden. The bright green, heart-shaped leaves can make a dense ground cover. The odd little flowers add interest. A rich woodland soil in shade suits this plant. (8"h x 15"w) W, 1 quart - $6.00   
           Quantity:  @ $6.00/each   

Asclepias incarnata  (Swamp milkweed) - Asclepias incarnata (Swamp milkweed) - - This Northeastern native is a beauty as well as a valuable plant for the butterfly garden. In summer, very pretty heads of white to pink flowers bloom for weeks. Happy in moist to wet soils in full sun. (24"h x 12"w) 3.5" - $5.50   
           Quantity:  @ $5.50/each   

Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly weed) Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly weed) - This well known native is invaluable for attracting butterflies. It is also a beautiful and adaptable border plant as well. Bright orange flowers are produced in summer. Give it sun and any well drained soil. (24"h x 12"w) 2.5" - $5.00.   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Asclepias verticillata – - Another excellent butterfly plant, this milkweed has linear leaves and white flowers in umbels. Happy in any well drained garden soil in full sun. (24”H x 12”W), 3.5” - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Aster linariifolius Aster linariifolius - One of our native dwarf Asters has bristly leaves with bright blue flowers in September. Seed collected at Twin Mountains, NH. Should be grown in lean, well drained soil in full sun. (10"h x 5"w) 2.5" - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Callirhoe involucrata Callirhoe involucrata - From a thick root sprout vine-like branches. The flowers, which develop in summer, are a gorgeous red/purple. They are called "wine cups" in the Western States. Prefers a dry, sunny spot in rich soil that is well drained. (6"h x 5 feet) 3.5" -$5.00              Out of Stock

Chrysogonum virginianum (Gold Star) – - This eastern North American native is a wonderful ground cover for a shade to part sun location. Many yellow flowers are produced in spring with occasional flowers later. They spread by above ground shoots into a nice patch. Happiest in moist soil in light shade. (6”h x 20”w) W, 3.5” - $5.50   
           Quantity:  @ $5.50/each   

Cornus canadensis- (Bunchberry) Cornus canadensis- (Bunchberry) - Our own native woodlander can make a gorgeous carpet of green leaves with pretty, white flowers in spring and red berries in late summer. Needs fertile, moist, acidic soil in light shade. (Note: This offering is of two-year-old seedlings ready for transplant) (5"h x 5"w) W, 2.5"-$5.00              Out of Stock

Cypripedium parviflorum v. pubescens – Cypripedium parviflorum v. pubescens – - The yellow lady-slipper is a garden treasure. The plant forms clumps over time with most stems carrying the large yellow slippers above the foliage. Requires a moist, well drained, humus-rich soil in light shade. (15"h x 12"w) W, 2 quart - $30.00. (Note: The plants in this offering are mature plants we have grown for 3 or 4 years. These were propagated in a lab. One per customer. Available only at the nursery.              Out of Stock

Dicentra cucullaria - The beloved “Dutchmen’s Breeches” can form a colony over time. Plant in a shady spot in a well drained, humus-rich soil. (6”h x 6”w) W, 3.5” - $5.50   
           Quantity:  @ $5.50/each   

Dicentra eximia Dicentra eximia - Our native Bleeding-heart blooms from late spring through summer. Pink hearts are produced in clusters atop 12" stems. Happy and durable in a well drained, woodland soil in shade or dappled sun. (12"h x 15"w) W, 3.5" - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Dryas octopetala Dryas octopetala - Essential evergreen alpine/artic plant for the rock garden. The attractive, scalloped leaves make a dense mat. Large white flowers are produced on short stems. Rock garden conditions in a sunny, yet not hot site. (4"h x 15"w) RG, 2.5"-$5.00              Out of Stock

Epigaea repens (May Flower) – - This native of eastern North America blooms in very early spring with fragrant white or pink flowers. This selection has pink flowers. It requires an acidic soil in light shade or morning sun. This offer is of pot-grown, blooming size plants. One to a customer, please. (2”h x 8”w) W, 4” - $10.00              Out of Stock

Galax  urceolata  (Wandflower) – Galax urceolata (Wandflower) – - Native to the southern Appalachians, this hardy groundcover is adaptable to northern states. The bright green, shiny leaves form a mat with pretty wands of white flowers. Requires a moist, humus-rich, acidic soil in half to full shade. (14" h x spreading) W, 1 quart - $5.50.              Out of Stock

Hepatica acutiloba – - One of the first flowers of spring is the Hepatica. This eastern North American native produces its lovely white, pink or blue flowers well before the trees leaf out. Best sited in a rich, organic soil under deciduous trees or in dappled shade. (5"h x 7"w) W, 3.5" - $6.00   
           Quantity:  @ $6.00/each   

Iris cristata - One of our native Iris that produces its beautiful blue flowers in late spring. Will form nice colonies in just moist, humus-rich soil in sun or light shade. (6”h x 10”w) 3.5” - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Iris sestosa v. canadensis (Beachhead Iris) – - Native to Arctic beaches and venturing as far south as Maine, this delicate Blue Flag is a collector’s item. Will need moist soil in a cool spot that none-the-less gets good light (sounds like the Arctic). (10”h x 6”w) B, 3.5” - $6.00   
           Quantity:  @ $6.00/each   

Linnaea borealis (Twinflower) – Linnaea borealis (Twinflower) – - Twinflower is a pleasing miniature for the shade garden. In the moist, humus-rich, acidic soil which it prefers, it will make a dense ground cover of shinny leaves. The tiny twinflowers have a delightful fragrance. (2" h x spreading) W, 2.5" - $5.00              Out of Stock

Lobelia cardinalis (Cardinal flower) Lobelia cardinalis (Cardinal flower) - For the garden in late summer, the brilliant red of the cardinal flower is a must. This native of eastern North America is often found along the banks of rivers or in wet meadows. In gardens, it will flourish in wet situations but tolerate merely moist soil in full sun to light shade. It will self-sow in a wet situation. (24"h x 12"w) 1 quart - $5.50   
           Quantity:  @ $5.50/each   

Mertensia maritima Mertensia maritima - The leaves of this plant are a beautiful blue-gray color. Procumbent stems produce blue flowers from pinkish buds. This plant is our East Coast native, "Beach mertensia". Requires very well drained soil in full sun. (8"h x 20"w) RG, 1 quart - $5.50              Out of Stock

Penstemon hirsutus ‘Pygmaeus’ Penstemon hirsutus ‘Pygmaeus’ - This is a selected form of our native Penstemon. It forms a mat of purplish-green leaves with purple flowers just above the foliage in late spring. This is an easy and very pretty rock garden plant. Very well drained soil in full sun Easy. ( 6"hx 8"w) RG, 3.5"– $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Phlox stolonifera Phlox stolonifera - A very pretty clone of this woodlander produces blue/purple or white flowers on a creeping mat of green leaves. Best in partial shade in fertile, slightly acidic soil. Chose blue/purple or white flowers. (10"h x 25"w) W, 3.5"-$5.00   
           Quantity:     @ $5.00/each   

Sedum roseum - From a woody caudex come fleshy stems with yellow flowers which feature orange nectaries. Plants are dioecious. Rock garden conditions in full sun. (13"h x 8"w) RG, 3.5"-$5.00              Out of Stock

Smilacina racemosa (False Solomon Seal) - A native woodlander which produces fluffy white flowers on 3 foot stems. Over time, it expands into small clumps. Get it a shady spot in a well drained soil. (30”h x 10”w) W, 3.5” - $5.50   
           Quantity:  @ $5.50/each   

Spigella marilandica Spigella marilandica - A clump-forming perennial native to the southeastern U.S. which has proven to be hardy. Spectacular 1-2" long scarlet trumpets are produced in early summer. Best in moist, humus-rich soil with half to full day sun. (20"h x 10"w) 3.5"- $5.00              Out of Stock

Trollius laxus ssp. laxus Trollius laxus ssp. laxus - This eastern native Trollius prefers a moist to wet soil in sun or light shade. Yellow/green flowers with prominent stamen are quite attractive framed by the deeply cut, bright green leaves. (14"h x 10"w) 3.5" - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Uvularia grandiflora - Our eastern native “Merrybells” is a lovely, long-lived addition to the woodland garden. A clump of bright green leaves produce pendulant, large yellow flowers. Plant in a woodland setting with a neutral to limy, moist soil. (14”h x 7”w) W, 1 quart - $6.00              Out of Stock

Vaccinium macrocarpon - Good old cranberry is very attractive in flower as well as in fruit. The flowers look like little “shooting stars”. It doesn’t need a bog although it likes constant moisture during the growing season. Decumbent branches spread out so give it room. Moist, acidic soil or bog conditions in full sun. (2”h x spreading) B, 2.5” - $5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Vaccinium vitis-idaea v. minus- Vaccinium vitis-idaea v. minus- - - Our native, miniature Mountain Cranberry is a great plant to carpet an area of a peat bed or acidic, well drained soil. This plant makes a mat of bright-green leaves with pink bells in spring. Red berries mature during the summer as the leaves slowly turn to a pretty, dull red color. Best in full to partial sun. One to a customer, please. (3”h x 7”w) RG, 2.5” - $ 5.00   
           Quantity:  @ $5.00/each   

Viola canadensis - This viola is perfect for a shady area where a pleasant ground cover is wanted. White flowers tinged with violet on 10” stems arise from clumps. While it can spread rapidly, it is not too difficult to control. Any good garden soil in shade to part sun. (10”h x spreading), 1 quart - $5.50   
           Quantity:  @ $5.50/each   

                

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