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Edge Of The Woods Native Plant Nursery, LLC

Specializing in plants native to mid-Atlantic ecosystem

May 23, 2019

Species Spotlight – Phlox glaberrima ‘Morris Berd’

When this phlox blooms, we know the season has begun in earnest. Early spring bloomers like bloodroot and trillium are done and Phlox glaberrima 'Morris Berd' breaks out its blooms to tell us to get ready for the summer ahead. This disease resistant Smooth Phlox is named after horticulturist Morris … [Read more...]

Article by Louise Schaefer / Plants

February 24, 2019

Spring Ephemerals in the Garden

Spring ephemeral plants are popular in gardens and landscapes across the world and have been for centuries.  American ephemerals especially are gaining admiration by gardeners and collectors. Native ephemerals bring early season color and life into the garden.   They occur naturally in shaded, … [Read more...]

Article by Brandon Everett / Featured, Plants

February 16, 2019

Small Gardens Make a Big Difference

A few small changes in your landscape can make a big difference! Many of the projects we are proudest of are tiny suburban and city pocket gardens.   With a few small tweaks it can be possible to add diversity to your garden, attract beneficial insects, and support song birds and pollinators. Small … [Read more...]

Article by Louise Schaefer / Native Plant Maintenance, Our Mission, Plants, Uncategorized, Why Natives?

January 28, 2019

The Ecological Role of Spring Ephemerals

Spring ephemeral plants bring beauty and charm to the earliest part of the growing season, and also have important value to the ecosystem.  These plants put a lot of energy into producing blooms, creating large blossoms relative to the size of the plant.  They emerge quickly in spring, taking … [Read more...]

Article by Brandon Everett and Louise Schaefer / Plants

January 16, 2019

Thinking of Spring: The Spring Ephemerals

Part One: What are Spring Ephemeral Plants? After a long winter, gardeners are eager to get out of their houses and into their gardens.  If you wander out into the stark, tawny woodlands of early spring, you will see little shoots and delicate blossoms emerging.  These dainty plants often grow in … [Read more...]

Article by Brandon Everett / Featured, Plants

December 10, 2018

Native Evergreen Arrangements Available

  We're giving something new a try!  We've made a limited number of arrangements.  Some are swags, some are in containers for table top.  Stop in Tuesday Dec 11 or Thursday Dec 13 between 10 and 2 pm to take a look! We'll have hot cider to keep you warm, as well as some other options … [Read more...]

Article by Louise Schaefer / Nursery Information

October 30, 2018

Bats in the Garden

At over 1,200 known species, bats are the second most numerous order of mammals (outnumbered only by rodents). Bats comprise nearly 25% of all mammal species, which means nearly 25% of all mammal species fly! Pennsylvania is home to nine species of bats, and an occasional home to two southern … [Read more...]

Article by Brandon Everett / Nursery Information

October 25, 2018

The Season is Drawing to A Close

Many thanks to all our great customers who came out and talked native plants with us.  We appreciate every single customer who comes along.  We enjoy your visits and enjoy sending our plants out into the world!  We hope you all have a restful autumn and winter.  If you need help planning for next … [Read more...]

Article by Louise Schaefer / Nursery Information

October 17, 2018

Species Spotlight – Shagbark Hickory

This impressive tree has ornamental bark, stature second to none, and the nut is said to be the tastiest of any of the hickory nuts. Yes, it takes a few years -- well, 10 years till it begins producing, 40 for a bountiful harvest. It’s a tree to plant for your children or grand-children. Our trees … [Read more...]

Article by Louise Schaefer / Insects, Plants

September 27, 2018

Species Spotlight – American Sycamore

We’re going to call this species the ‘King of the Native Trees’.  Its stature alone merits the designation.  They can grow up to 75 feet in height and attain a massive girth --  up to 15 feet in diameter!  Add to that it’s mottled bark and stark white upper branches that light up the winter … [Read more...]

Article by Louise Schaefer / Plants

September 12, 2018

Species Spotlight – Jerusalem Artichoke

No, they aren’t artichokes…and they aren’t from Jerusalem either! The Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus) is a perennial wildflower known for its edible tubers, hence its species name “tuberosus”. Like true artichokes (Cynara cardunculus), the Jerusalem artichoke is a member of the … [Read more...]

Article by Brandon Everett / Plants

September 5, 2018

Species Spotlight – Buffalo Grass

Buffalo grass (Buchloe dactyloides) is a Midwest native often requested by customers due to its increasing popularity as a lawn replacement. Cultural Requirement Extremely drought tolerant, it suffers with too much moisture. In an average year, most of Pennsylvania receives too much rain for this … [Read more...]

Article by Louise Schaefer / Plants

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A WBE Certified Woman Owned Business
Promoting Native Plants Since 2003

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