Wet soil is not a problem -- it's an opportunity to grow some really great species. This is Part Two of our series on plants for wet areas. Part One highlights a few trees and shrubs. Part Two, below, highlights low-growing perennial plants (2 feet and under). Arisaema triphyllum -- Jack in … [Read more...]
Plants for Wet Areas – Part One: Trees and Shrubs
There are many plants that like being in the occasional puddle. In fact, they thrive on it. Wet soil is not a problem -- it's an opportunity! Sweetshrub (pictured above), Joe Pye Weed, Virginia Bluebells, Winterberry Holly, and others evolved to thrive in areas where water gathers. Check out our … [Read more...]
Nine Reasons to Plant an Oak
Oaks support hundreds of butterfly and moth species Five hundred and thirty-four to be exact. An oak tree supports more moths and butterflies than any other native tree species, and more than non-native species. Why is this important? Because we need insects for our ecosystem to function … [Read more...]
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