Aerial view of planter with native White
Birch, Purple Coneflower and Rudbeckia.
Planting annuals around the border of the planter boxes gave
us immediate color and interest before the new young native plants
could develop.
Garden trellis' constructed of copper and timber serve to expand
the garden and fill an empty expanse of wall with Virginia
Creeper and native Clematis.
An annual Blue Salvia looks great
against the contrast of native Yellow
Coneflower.
The lovely green foliage of the Blue
Lobelia pictured here is
a bonus to this flowering native.
Maidenhair Fern has a delicate airy feel with its whorled compound
leaf arrangement.
Sensitive Fern provide bright color in shady spots of the garden.
Native Columbine is hardy and prolific and tolerates many soil
conditions.
Cardinal Flower has yet to bloom but its luscious green leaf
is pleasing to the eye.
Joe Pye Weed is impressive with its profusion of pink blooms
and large stature.
The Cup Plant is named for its characteristic leaves which hold
water that insects can use — a great plant for any butterfly garden.
Cup Plant grows to 10 feet in height and are topped by yellow blooms.
Purple Coneflower is a beauty
and like many of the flowering natives, it provides food for wildlife.
Leave the seed pods to provide a winter food source and interest
in your garden.
