Prized historically for its strong fibers and loved by local pollinators for its rich nectar, Heart-leaf Milkweed (Asclepias cordifolia) makes a tough, low-toxicity addition to dry gardens. Learn how to identify, plant, and care for…
Seaside Goldenrod (Solidago sempervirens) is a herbaceous perennial that is found on the east coast and the shores of the Great Lakes in the United States and Canada. This plant, along with other goldenrods, is…
Giant Goldenrod (Solidago gigantea) is a herbaceous perennial that is found throughout the United States and Canada except for the western states and provinces. This plant, along with other goldenrods, is an important nectar source…
Hall’s Milkweed (Asclepias hallii) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the western and southwestern United States. This milkweed is a host plant to the Monarch Butterfly and a nectar plant to others. It…
Flat-top Goldenrod (Euthamia graminifolia) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the midwest and eastern United States and most of Canada except the far northern reaches. This plant, along with other goldenrods, is an…
Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata) is a herbaceous perennial that is found throughout the United States and most of Canada except for Alberta and the far northern reaches. This plant is a host for the common…
Wrinkle-leaf Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the midwest and eastern United States and eastern Canada. This plant, along with other goldenrods, is an important nectar source for many insects…
Canada Goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the northern tier of the United States and the eastern part of Canada. This plant is an important nectar source for many insects…
Sullivant’s Milkweed (Asclepias sullivantii) is a herbaceous perennial that is found in the midwestern United States and Ontario in Canada. This milkweed is a host plant to the Monarch Butterfly and a nectar plant to…