Inspiring Gardening Ideas for Your Backyard

Few native grasses offer the bold presence and ecological punch of Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii). As a keystone species of North American tallgrass prairies, it supports wildlife, stabilizes soil, and creates striking visual impact from summer through winter. What is Big Bluestem? Big Bluestem is a warm-season perennial bunchgrass native to most of the central

Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis) brings unmatched color and pollinator power to the wettest parts of the garden. With its brilliant red spikes and value to hummingbirds and native pollinators, this wetland-loving perennial is a must-have for rain gardens, pond edges, and native plant landscapes. What is Cardinal Flower? The Cardinal Flower is a herbaceous perennial

Viola sororia (Common Blue Violet) is a low-growing native that brings spring color, pollinator support, and even a few edible surprises. Often popping up in lawns, woodlands, and shady gardens, this native violet is beloved for its heart-shaped leaves and rich purple flowers. Most of my lawn is common blue violet in spots instead of

Dense Blazing Star (Liatris spicata) stands tall in the native garden, drawing in pollinators with vivid color and late-summer blooms. With its tall, spiky purple blooms and magnetism for butterflies and bees, this perennial is a must-have for pollinator gardens, native landscapes, and meadows. What is Dense Blazing Star? The Dense Blazing Star flower is

Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a native powerhouse, with globe-shaped pink blooms that play a critical role in supporting Monarch butterflies and ecosystem health. With its large, globe-shaped pink blooms and critical role in supporting Monarch butterflies, this native perennial is a keystone plant in North American ecosystems. What is Common Milkweed? Common Milkweed is

Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa) brightens sunny spots with brilliant orange blooms that attract Monarchs and other pollinators. With its brilliant orange blooms and compact growth habit, this native perennial is a favorite among gardeners and a magnet for butterflies, especially Monarchs. What is Butterfly Milkweed? Butterfly Milkweed is a herbaceous perennial native to much of