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A.k.a. wafer ash. There are not very many plants that could be described as ‘bulletproof’, but this one is a contender. A pretty, small tree best k...

A woods edge species that blooms in with attractive spray of small, white flowers. Dried seed stalks are considered showy by many, and form is shr...

A slow growing but long lived native hyacinth with showy late spring blooms. Tolerates bright shade, but not deep shade, and adapts well to garden ...

A wetland plant with iris-like leaves and a distinctive, subtle spadix (bloom spike). Easy to grow and colony forming in shallow standing water, bo...

A distinctive understory species that prefers part sun in the spring and shade after trees leaf out. Mass plantings make good groundcover, and pla...

A slender, showy ironweed that tolerates medium soil and minor drought. Easily grown with flowers that are attractive to many butterflies, includin...

A.k.a. marginal shield fern and leather fern. A classic fern in form that nonetheless is standout due to its comparatively low water requirements a...

A classic fern with arching leaves that can grow to large sizes! Fairly adaptable provided adequate moisture. Do well planted alongside spring ephe...

A perennial berry bush that favors moist soils and part shade. Berries are commonly used to make jam and pies, and even wine and tea! Easy to grow ...

A charismatic wildtype from the well known delphinium family! Flowers are unique and beloved by hummingbirds. Best planted on rich, well drained s...

A small tree with white spring flowers and edible fruit, American plum is a good replacement for the wildly invasive callery pear.  Plums vary in s...

A tree with endearing rounded, sometimes lobed "mitten" leaves that turn bright yellow, orange, and red in the fall. Hosts a number of charismatic ...

A showy Great Plains species with palm-sized yellow flowers! Easternmost wild populations in Illinois and Tennessee. An excellent companion for oth...

Estimated Height at Pickup: 2-3’, 3 gal A.k.a. Vibernum trilobum and Viburnum opulus var. trilobum. A lovely and robust viburnum with an upright ha...

An semi-evergreen fern that tolerates dryer soils with some rock, but prefers rich, well drained soils and medium moisture. Leaves may die back com...

A.k.a. brown dragon. A distinctive plant made a woodland favorite by its easily recognizable leaves, pitcher shaped flowers, and bright red berries...

A.k.a. bloody butcher. An familliar, adaptable spring ephemeral! Fairly easy to grow, but slow to establish colonies. Prefers understory areas whe...

Best known for their sweet berries prized by both humans and wildlife, these versatile wild blueberries can also be planted ornamentally for their ...

A.k.a. alumroot and coral bells. A low growing plant with attractive foliage, flower stalks make up the majority of its height. Fall color is widel...

A.k.a. winecups or wine cups. A showy bloomer with large, magenta flowers that needs dryer, well drained soil. Grows up to two feet tall but its lo...

An iconic spring ephemeral! Like most woodland ephemerals, it prefers understory where it can get sun in the early spring, and shade when trees le...

An easily grown, familiar spring ephemeral perfect for naturalizing woods edges and adding a pop of color in the spring! These diminutive flowers a...

This green-leafed wild type of the common purple-leafed cultivar is a hardy, adaptable flowering shrub with a lovely arching habit. Bark on mature ...

A.k.a. Dentaria laciniata. One of the earliest blooming spring ephemerals, the deeply toothed leaves and delicate flowers are easily recognizable. ...