Erect. Spreads to form large mats. Average, well-drained soil. Six species are endemic to Australia. flashy-flowered hybrids, but they are elegant enough to deserve a space in the garden. View this plant in a garden Group: Late Mixed Height: 20-30 ft. (6-9 m) Spacing: 18-24 in. Climbing Roses are a popular choice for Pennsylvania gardens. Good for naturalizing in shady, wet areas beside ponds and streams or in low spots. 2023 Stauffers of Kissel Hill. It has heart-shaped leaves that form a dense canopy and produce white or purple flowers. Seed heads may be cut off after bloom for neat appearance. Rain garden plant. Cut back to 6" in late March. Part shade. Self-sows freely. Average soil. The Sweetbay Magnolia puts out this big cone. Glossy, dark green foliage turns shades of deep red in early fall. Rain garden plant. Height: 3-9'. Mixes micely with yellow composites. Spreads to form colonies over time. Three-petaled, maroon blooms held above 3-leaved plants in spring. Morning sun to bright shade. Height: 8-12". Self-sows. Hardy kiwi vines have dark green leaves that grow in clusters of 3-5. As you drive through the neighborhoods of Central Pennsylvania, you may be surprised by how much of the landscape you see originated in other countries. Height: 3-6". Pennsylvania's native flora includes seven species of wild grapes. Fine-textured foliage dies back in summer. Height: 14-20". Deer resistant., Mitrewort (Mitella diphylla) PART TO FULL SHADE, Also called Bishop's Cap. Shows up nicely in front of a dark background. Each plant has an image, description, and amount of light needed. Attractive foliage. This easy-to-grow plant has large, ruffled, blue flowers that start to appear in early summer and continue throughout mid to late summer. It will survive. Deciduous, suckering shrub. Hummingbird and butterfly plant. Delicate-looking but tough. Part shade. Wild Sarsaparilla (Aralia nudicaulis) - PART SHADE, Greenish-white, round flower clusters on separate stalks held under umbrella-like leaves in late spring. Native Plants for a Shady, Dry Site (PDF), Native Plants for a Shady, Moist Site (PDF), Native Plants for a Sunny, Dry Site (PDF), Native Plants for a Sunny, Moist Site (PDF). Re-emerges in fall. Minimize habitat disturbance. Part shade or at wood edge. Choose a sunny site with at least 6 hours of sun, with fertile, well-drained soil and some support, such as a trellis, tree or post. Moist to dry, rich soil. It seems to do fine in the pond. Takes time to develop into sizeable clump, but rugged and long-lived. Use near a pond or stream or in an open woodland garden. Whorled Rosinweed (Silphium trifoliatum) - SUN OR PART SUN, Clusters of yellow, daisy-like blooms in mid-summer. They'll turn brown and open to disperse seeds into the air. Width: 1'. A total of 456 moth and butterfly species are support by Black cherry trees., Oaks have exceptional wildlife value. Good drainage. Adapted for Local Climate and Conditions: Native plants are adapted to local soils, climate, and conditions and will persist through frost and drought. Carefree. Part to full shade. Rain garden plant., Red Maple (Acer rubrum) - FULL SUN TO PART SHADE, Fast-growing tree. If an established clematis is pruned hard or at the wrong time, don't worry. I've run out of new flower pictures for August, so here are a few other things. Ideas with Clematis, Combine Late-Flowering Clematis with your Climbing Roses, Pretty Roses and Clematis Combination Ideas (Part 3), Pretty Roses and Clematis Combination Ideas (Part 2), Pretty Roses and Clematis Combination Ideas (Part 1), Combine Early-Flowering Clematis with your Climbing Roses, A Cheerful Border Idea with Monarda, Clematis and Artemisia, A Super Climbing Duo with Clematis 'Viola', A Super Climbing Duo with Clematis montana Grandiflora, A Super Climbing Duo with Clematis 'The President', A Super Climbing Duo with Clematis 'Ernest Markham', A Super Climbing Trio with Clematis 'Ville de Lyon', Native Plant Alternatives to Clematis paniculata (Sweet Autumn Clematis). Height: 3-5'. Botanical Name: Clematis ' Brother Stefan'. This week's native plant is Clematis virginiana and it has plenty of fanciful names so choose your favorite: virgin's bower, devil's darning needles, and old man's beard. In Gilpin, Chinese clematis can be seen along side 119 coming [] Acorns provide food for variety of birds and mammals and cavities provide den, nesting, and roosting sites for birds. Easy to grow. In other words, it isn't a prima donna plant. Use for naturalizing in a meadow or wildlife garden, especially a butterfly garden as the plants are excellent nectar sources. Resembles ageratum. Cultural requirements same as for Sambucus canadensis. It grows up to 10 feet tall, but it can be trained to grow up trees or walls. Best when contain-grown and 3-6' in height. Average soil. Good companions are Foamflower, later-blooming Creeping Phlox or spring bulbs. May be moved in early spring, but do not divide woody crown. Shadier rain garden plant. Charming, blue and white flowers in spring. In early spring, cut back all stems to buds that are within 12 to 18 inches of the ground. Height: 50'-75'. Mass for a groundcover in shade, or plant among spring ephemerals to cover bare spots. Divide every 3-5 years in summer. Use around shaded stepping stones or under acid-loving deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs. This encourages both branching and the development of multiple stems from the buds underground. Their long, arching branches and bright flowers make them an eye-catching addition to any landscape. Deer resistant., Early Saxifrage (Saxifraga virginiensis) - PART SUN TO FULL SHADE, Small, white flowers bloom in clusters successively up lengthening stems and branches in early spring. (Do not compost.) Emerges late in spring. If you want to grow Star Jasmine as an indoor plant, make sure that you set up a trellis for it so that it will grow upward instead of sprawling out. Other cultural requirements the same as for Trillium erectum, above., White Turtlehead (Chelone glabra) - PART SUN, Flowers white tinged with pink and clustered among top-most leaves in late summer. Blooms white in spring. Part sun. Height and width: 3-6'. Deer resistant. Moist, well-drained, average soil. Deer resistant., Poke Milkweed (Asclepias exaltata) PART SUN, Also called Tall Milkweed. Clematis 'Mrs. N. Thompson' features vivid violet-purple flowers with fuchsia stripes. Divide occasionally in spring. Moist, near-neutral, rich soil. Blooms creamy white in flat-topped clusters in early to mid-summer. The use of Deer resistant., Bee Balm (Monarda clinopodia) - MORNING SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE. It is a clematis of the original and silhosa type. Their flowers possess a grace and elegance few plants can match. Additionally, 1,300 non-native species exist throughout the state. Width: 2'. Cut back in March. A rapid spreader. Occasionally rust can be a problem. Deer resistant. Pinch tips in June to control height and promote bushiness. (Do not compost.) You've come to the right place for Clematis! Width: 1'. Height: 4-10'. Deer resistant., Starry Campion (Silene stellate) PART SHADE. They also prefer neutral pH soil, so if you have a lot of limestone or other acidic soil in your yard, consider adding lime before planting a climbing rose. Butterfly plant., Carolina Rose (Rosa carolina) - SUN TO PART SUN, Deciduous shrub. Competes well with tree and shrub roots. Fertilize lightly in spring. Part sun. Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, For more information about native plants, you can contact the, Bureau of Facility Design and Construction, Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council. Be sure to get the entire taproot out or it may resprout. Moist, humusy, acidic soil. Leaves resemble large butterfly wings. Average to dry, moderately rich soil. And best of all, they evolved here and are uniquely adapted to our region's environment. A plant is considered native if it has occurred naturally in a particular region or ecosystem without human introduction. Use gloves when handling rhizomes as sap can irritate eyes and skin. Part sun. Height: 6-10'. Will tolerate drier soils, but not extended drought. Part to full sun. Part shade. Height: 3-6'. Favors places where moss grows, as between shaded patio stones. Large, maroon and white, hooded blooms in late winter to early spring. Moist, rich soil. Starting in early spring, fertilize with a balanced organic fertilizer per the manufacturer's recommendations. Blooms greenish-white on stiff stems above leaves in early summer. Keep free of accumulating leaves. Clematis plants have vines that are vigorous growers with beautiful flower blooms. Use as a taller groundcover under deciduous trees or in a woodland garden, setting plants one foot apart, or combine with finer foliage plants such as ferns for a nice texture contrast. Clematis viorna, leather flower or vasevine, is a vine native to the Southeastern United States. Use in rock gardens, near paving stones or on banks. Woodland, pond or streamside gardens. Often found growing on slopes with Trout Lily in wild areas. Found in open woods in wild areas. Wreath Goldenrod (Solidago caesia) MORNING SUN TO LIGHT SHADE. Use in borders, open woods, meadows or on slopes. Somewhat drought tolerant after established. Water regularly in summer. Deer resistant., Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) PART SUN, Loose clusters of yellow-gold, 1-1" blooms in early spring. Plants may be short-lived but will self-sow in open soil or moss where happy., Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) - PART SUN, Blooms in hazy, white, flat heads in late summer. Good for somewhat shady spots, but blooms best with at least a few hours of sun. Best used in groups of 3 or more plants. Width: 2'. Culture the same. Average soil. Can be an aggressive self-sower. Photo credits: Jesse M. Harris, Wikipedia, National Audubon Society,Tom Potterfield, BudOhio, Andrey Zharkikh, Geneva Wirth,John Picken, Kevin Faccenda, Dan Mullen. Height: to 70'. Shadier rain garden plant., Great Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) SUN TO PART SUN. Self-sows. Clematis require at least 5-6 hours of full sun, or all day filtered sun. The word 'clematis' comes from the Greek for 'vine shoot' on account of its climbing habit. It prefers moist soil with good drainage, but it will tolerate dry conditions if necessary. Use our interactive toolsto design your dream garden. Inconspicuous blooms in early spring. Deer resistant., Virginia Bluebells (Mertensia virginica) - PART SHADE TO SHADE, Spring ephemeral. Bulbs multiply. Ecological restoration may be necessary, including native plantings, invasive removal, erosion control, or loosening soil compaction. Width: 2-3'. Greek Valerian (Polemonium reptans) MORNING SUN OR DAPPLED LIGHT, Also called Spreading Jacobs Ladder. The American one is also called Eastern White Cedar. Similar to Monarda didyma. Width: 2'. Moist to dry, rich soil. A species to brighten the woodland garden in fall. Part shade. It's beautiful and butterflies like it. From Europe to Asia, many of the plant and tree species you see are non-native to the area. Feet in the Shade, Face in the Sun. Shadier rain garden plant., White Beardtongue (Penstemon digitalis) - SUN TO LIGHT SHADE. Moist, near-neutral, rich soil. Height: 1-4'. At the turn of the 21st century, about 1,300 species of non-native plants existed in Pennsylvania outside of gardens, parks, and agricultural lands. Blooms blue on a thick spike from an evergreen rosette from mid-summer to early fall. Deer resistant., Tall Sunflower (Helianthus giganteus) - SUN TO PART SUN. Also, plant here and there among other species to unify a garden. Here's what a patch of Pink Turtlehead looks like. Deer resistant., Jack-in-the-Pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) PART SHADE, Green and brown or mahogany striped hood around fleshy spadix in spring. Moist, rich, near-neutral soil. By using native plant species you can help to maintain the native biodiversity of Pennsylvania. The trumpet flowers are white with a yellow center, and they have four petals that look like the bell of a trumpet. Width: 2-5'. Flowers foul-smelling. Full to part sun. Will not tolerate competition from other plants. Deleting this collection CANNOT be undone. Inch-wide, yellow flowers with fringed petals growing from the axils on erect plants. Leaves fern-like. (45-60 cm) Hardiness: USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 C (-30 F) Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. A woodland understory species. Part to full shade. Best used for naturalizing on larger properties. Also nice in shady rock gardens or on rocky slopes. Water very regularly throughout the first season. Strawberry-like, semi-evergreen foliage. Allow enough space for mature size as species resents transplanting. Butterfly plant., Purple Bergamot (Monarda media) SUN TO PART SUN, Blooms magenta in summer. Part shade. These plants are suitable for growing in full sun or partial shade, so you can place them anywhere in your yard that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Height: 40'-70'. Often found growing on steep, rocky, wooded slopes or stream banks in wild areas. It extends as far east as the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, at elevations below 1,800 meters. Self-sows where happy. Height and width: 1'. Provides food and cover for songbirds; supports small and large mammals. Apply a little organic fertilizer in spring. Edible, red berries in fall often remain on plants through winter. Leaves turn reddish in fall. Average to moist soil. According to the U.S Forest Service, Invasive species have contributed to the decline of 42% of U.S. endangered and threatened species, and for 18% of U.S. endangered or threatened species. Needs space as it spreads aggressively on rhizomes. Clematis aristata varieties Three varieties, 'blanda' from Victoria and Tasmania, 'longiseta' from Queensland and 'dennisae' from Victoria however it is the species C. aristata that seems readily available. Height: 1-2'. Spread: 10-20'. Campsis radicans need moderate water during its blooming period from June through August. Divide every 3-5 years in spring before plant emerges. Bright blue berries in late summer. Shadier rain garden plant., Virgin's Blower (Clematis virginiana) - MORNING SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE, Vine. Both need five or six hours of sunlight. Mulch to prevent frost heaving. Part shade. Minty fragrance. A total of 534 moth and butterfly species are supported by oaks. White-tinged-pink, bell-shaped blooms in spring. Clump-forming. Stunning clematis plants are prized for their bright flowers of white, red, purple or blue. An alternative for dry shade. Deer resistant., Switchgrass(Panicum virgatum) - SUN TO PART SUN -Also called Panic Grass, Clump-forming, with much natural color and size variation. Semi-evergreen. Lovely as a groundcover under deciduous trees in a woodland garden. Height: 8-14". As development takes away farmland and wildland, many Pennyslvaiva native plants are lost. Also known as virgin's bower or devil's darning needles, this fall-blooming species is native to the entire eastern half of North America. Occasionally may develop rust. Acts more like an annual than a perennial, with many, fast-germinating self-sows, but winter survival only by stronger plants. Shadier rain garden plant. Well-drained soil. Use as a vertical accent in borders, meadows or wild gardens. Japanese clematis is an invasive, woody, perennial, twining vine in the Ranunculaceae (buttercup) family that is native to Japan and Central and South China. Here is the Perennial Sunflower (Helianthus 'Lemon Queen'). Some species bloom in spring; others, in mid-to late summer. Moist, rich, near-neutral soil. Keep free of aggressive competitors. Deer resistant., Wild Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescenes) - PART SHADE. Height: 6-12'. Width: 3-4'. Drought tolerant. Site carefully. Home. Part sun. 6. Width: 2-3'. Hybrid clematis that have been developed using scarlet clematis include bicolor pink- flowered 'Duchess of Albany', above, and red-sepaled 'Gravetye Beauty', opposite. Whole plants can be moved. Use in rock crevices or in rocky soil, near stone walks or paths or under shrubs and trees. Non-native plants, in general, tend to support fewer species of caterpillars and provide less food. Provides important winter food for birds. Japanese clematis is a vigorous woody vine that has been used for landscaping in the southeastern United States since 1877. Very adaptable. Small, closely-clustered flower heads resemble cats' paws. Layers of peeling bark, attractive if plant is pruned to expose. 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