Many Thanks to all the wonderful photographers who sent in pictures of their native gardens, chock full of color and pollinators and butterflies. We couldn't be more impressed! It was hard for us to pick our favorites. We will be awarding 4 Gift card prizes - People's Choice and People's … [Read more...]
Species Spotlight – Betula nigra
River Birch (Betula nigra) The river birch is a medium-sized shade tree with a very special ornamental attribute: its peeling bark! The rough, papery, peeling bark of the river birch is beloved by gardeners and landscapers alike. In winter, when the tree is dormant and defoliated, it provides … [Read more...]
Species Spotlight – Andropogon gerardii
Big Blue-stem (Andropogon gerardii) The king of native grasses with 3 fingered seed heads in August, and handsome gray to blue-green stems in spring turning to green in summer then to red in fall. Clump forming with excellent drought tolerance once established. Big blue stem was once the most … [Read more...]
Asters and Goldenrods – the Garden Superfoods
Asters and goldenrods provide some of the most important fall nutrition for pollinators and especially butterflies. Asters are generally care-free and easy to grow perennials. There are asters for sun and for shade. If you plant asters, the butterflies in your area will surely visit. They provide … [Read more...]
Customer Appreciation Week August July 31 – August 5
We have lots of fun activities planned, because we appreciate our customers! We wouldn't be here without you. We love growing native plants, and are so glad to grow them for you. We are grateful for all of you that make our days go fast, talking about native plants, hearing about your garden … [Read more...]
2023 Photo Contest
2023 Edge of the Woods Photo Contest Let Your Colors Shine! We all know that native plants thrive in the summer. Show us all the colors of your summer garden! Send in your photos - photos that show colorful insects! Photos that show colorful blossoms! Photos that show colorful butterflies! … [Read more...]
Milkweed Now Available!
It’s officially summer and that means….Milkweed!!! We have: 🦋 Butterflyweed (A. tuberosa). Our own seed-grown plants now available in 3” pots (larger sizes coming soon—stay tuned!) 🦋 Common milkweed (A. syriaca). Our own seed-grown plants now available in 4” pots (2 to 3 plants per pot—nice, … [Read more...]
Species Spotlight – Carex appalachica
The Basics Sun to Shade Height 6” Spread 12”-18” Most soils except poorly drained Zones 3-7 Deer and rabbit resistant Use as ground cover, can tolerate light foot traffic Range Carex appalachica, or Appalachian Sedge, is native to North America from Ontario and Quebec and south from Maine … [Read more...]
We Are Always Potting Up New Crops!
We grow many of our crops from seed or from small starter plants from reputable wholesalers. None of our suppliers use "neo-nics", nor do we. All our plants are safe for visiting pollinators. To see our full list of plants available, click here. We are a walk-in retail nursery, and do not ship … [Read more...]
Spotlight on Iris
If you love iris, we have the plants for you. Who knew there were so many native iris species? Hummingbirds and pollinators love them. The iris has long been a beloved garden plant, although the traditionally favorite 'Bearded Iris' is not native, the native iris do have a similar flower. Iris … [Read more...]
OPEN WITH REGULAR HOURS AS OF June 9, 9 AM
9 AM Friday June 9 - Air quality is improved and we will be open with our regular hours: Monday-Saturday 9 to 4, last checkout 4 PM . Closed on Sunday. 6 AM Thursday June 8 - Levels are still in the Hazardous range. We will be closed. Our staff will be staying home for the most part. … [Read more...]
Got Aphids?
Do your spidey senses go on high alert when you see an aphid, or hear someone mention aphids? We are here to reassure you that there is no need to panic over aphids in your native plant landscape. Aphids are sucking insects. They can cover the leaves of a plant alarmingly and are indeed a … [Read more...]
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