{"title":"Lakewood Native Plant Fundraiser","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe ordering window for pickup in Lakewood has passed.\u003c\/span\u003e Orders will be dropped off on Saturday, May 16. But you can still place an order to pick up at our nursery in Cleveland! We are just 20 minutes away in the Waterloo Arts District.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis spring we are partnering with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lakewoodoh.gov\/keep-lakewood-beautiful\/\" title=\"Keep Lakewood Beautiful\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKeep Lakewood Beautiful\u003c\/a\u003e on a special sale. Order online by May 11 using the code below and the organization will receive a portion of the proceeds! Pick up in Lakewood during the Keep Lakewood Beautiful humus and perennial flower sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder online starting Sat, April 4 at 10 AM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmit your orders by Mon, May 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnter the coupon code KLB at checkout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick up in Lakewood (May 16) or at Meadow City - leave note at checkout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Any sold-out plants will be replenished on May 1. If the plant you want is sold out, you can sign up for a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/meadowcitynursery.com\/collections\/out-of-stock\" title=\"Back in stock alert\"\u003eback-in-stock alert\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLakewood pickup details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen: Saturday, May 16, 9 AM - 12 PM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere: \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Directions to Oldest Stone House\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/dir\/\/Oldest+Stone+House+Museum+of+the+Lakewood+Historical+Society,+14710+Lake+Ave,+Cleveland,+OH+44107\/@41.5428396,-81.8165082,43088m\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOldest Stone House (beside Lakewood Park), 14710 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStick around for Keep Lakewood Beautiful's humus and perennials flower sale!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe ordering window for pickup in Lakewood has passed.\u003c\/span\u003e Orders will be dropped off on Saturday, May 16. But you can still place an order to pick up at our nursery in Cleveland! We are just 20 minutes away in the Waterloo Arts District.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"clematis-virginiana","title":"Clematis virginiana","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn a slow but stunning transformation, virgin’s bower’s cascading white blossoms are consumed in a smoke-like mass of billowy seed by season’s end.* Growing prodigiously during the summer months, the stems of Virgin’s bower can extend 15 feet in a single growing season, but due to NE Ohio’s cold winters, will die back nearly to the plant’s base each year. As it grows, this climbing vine will sprawl along the ground until encountering a trellis, fence, or another plant, at which point it will grow upward by wrapping its leaf stalks around the object in question. When in flower, virgin’s bower’s abundant, bright white blooms attract primarily short-tongued pollinators such as sweat bees, wasps, and flies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the natural landscape, virgin’s bower displays broad soil moisture adaptability, and can be found in wet environments and also as a component of dry, forest edge communities. In the latter, it grows alongside plants like black oak and rhododendron, whereas in Ohio wetlands, it is found with wingstem, rough-leaved goldenrod, common boneset, spotted Joe-Pye, and other species. As a vigorous climbing vine, Virgin’s bower presents unique opportunities to diversify the garden structure in situations of full to partial sunlight and moderately wet to moderately dry soil moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Note: Male and female flowers are usually on separate plants for this species, and seed production only occurs on female plants following pollination. In order for a female plant to produce seed, there must be a male plant nearby to serve as a pollen source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/shrub\/virgins-bower\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ohiostatepress.org\/books\/titles\/9780814204979.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.missouribotanicalgarden.org\/PlantFinder\/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a379\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hdl.handle.net\/1811\/22884\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/savanna\/plants\/virgin_bower.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/2464364\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/43477578\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.missouriplants.com\/Clematis_virginiana_page.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e8\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 \u003cb\u003e© \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/josiep123\/54281289617\/in\/photostream\/\"\u003eJean Barrell\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\"\u003eCC BY-2.0.\u003c\/a\u003e Photo 2 by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763794585,"sku":"CLEVIR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763827353,"sku":"CLEVIR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Clematus_virginiana_Jean_Barrel.jpg?v=1744748985"},{"product_id":"panicum-virgatum","title":"Panicum virgatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt the slightest breeze, the delicate projections of switchgrass’s seedhead spring into motion, their movement like the busy flight of the meadow's many pollinators. Like all grasses, switchgrass is pollinated by wind rather than insects, but it nevertheless provides an important resource to pollinators in the form of shelter. The thatch that accumulates at its base creates cavities which serve as overwintering as well as nesting sites for native bees. The plant indirectly aids bee nest habitat in another manner as well, through supporting small mammal populations which consume its seed. Some of these mammals such as voles and mice burrow into the soil, and once they’ve vacated their tunnels, the space becomes the ideal environment for bumble bee nesting. In addition to supporting small mammals and native bees, switchgrass benefits numerous seed-eating bird species. The plant’s leaves and other tissues similarly serve as a food source to 27 species of moths and butterflies when they are in their caterpillar stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to NE Ohio meadows, wet meadows, and edge habitats along water bodies, switchgrass grows best under full sun in moderately wet to moderately dry soil. A competitive plant, switchgrass is best planted in its own space or alongside other grasses like big bluestem or robust wildflowers like cup plant and tall coreopsis. Like other warm-season grasses, switchgrass generally does 70% of its growing after June 1, attaining a mature height of 3-6’. In terms of growing habit, switchgrass shows tendencies of both bunch grasses and sod grasses, with upland populations favoring the former and lowland (i.e., moist site) populations the latter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www2.dnr.state.mi.us\/publications\/pdfs\/huntingwildlifehabitat\/landowners_guide\/habitat_mgmt\/grassland\/Warm_Grass.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/bumblebeenests\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/grasses\/plants\/switchgrass.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nativeplantfinder.nwf.org\/Plants\/2453\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/database\/feis\/plants\/graminoid\/panvir\/all.html#65\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/S0006-3207(01)00126-4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/blog\/5-ways-to-increase-nesting-habitat-for-bees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e8\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto \u003cspan\u003e©\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/zharkikh\/7752455196\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAndrey Zharkikh\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763597977,"sku":"PANVIR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763630745,"sku":"PANVIR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Panicum_virgatum_1_Andrey_Zharkikh_74d332ae-b33f-4ab5-be92-1830813a8be0.jpg?v=1744748980"},{"product_id":"schizachyrium-scoparium","title":"Schizachyrium scoparium","description":"\u003cp\u003eForming shapely tussocks that display a series of subtle, attractive hues, little bluestem offers the perfect complement to the exuberant form and color of many native wildflowers. Sprouting in late spring and reaching a mature height of about 3’, little bluestem is bluish-green during the summer, takes on purplish highlights when in flower, and fades to a warm orange-tan in the fall and winter. Like all grasses, little bluestem is pollinated by wind rather than insects, but it still has much to offer in terms of wildlife value. The species’ dense, bunch-forming growth creates thatch-lined cavities near the ground surface that shelter beetles and nesting bees. Ground nesting birds also seek out little bluestem tussocks when selecting a nest site. Throughout the fall and winter months, the plant’s seed is a food source for small mammals as well as birds, including juncos, finches, and sparrows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA native constituent of NE Ohio meadows and old fields, little bluestem grows best in soils of average to dry moisture and under full sun. Known for its excellent drought tolerance, little bluestem is also well adapted to nutrient-poor conditions. In spite of this versatility, little bluestem is not overly aggressive in wildflower-focused gardens, unlike some native grasses. With its handsome appearance, excellent wildlife value, and agreeable growing habits, little bluestem is a great choice for pollinator gardens and other home landscaping projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/grasses\/plants\/little_bluestem.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/blog\/5-ways-to-increase-nesting-habitat-for-bees\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/plantguide\/pdf\/pg_scsc.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/grass-sedge-rush\/little-bluestem\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.missouribotanicalgarden.org\/PlantFinder\/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=f510\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto \u003cspan\u003e©\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/33590535@N06\/3484233733\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrew Avery\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763532441,"sku":"SCHSCO_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763565209,"sku":"SCHSCO_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Schizachyrium_scoparium_1_Drew_Avery_9d5f9060-0337-4c50-bc64-76e7c4803b23.jpg?v=1744748979"},{"product_id":"ageratina-altissima","title":"Ageratina altissima","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe shade of the forest floor seems to brighten for a time when the white snakeroot blooms, with clusters of white flowers appearing in luminous relief above dark green foliage. The timing of the flowering period makes white snakeroot an important resource for pollinators as summer transitions to fall. Small species of butterflies show a special affinity for white snakeroot, and other insects including moths, flies, wasps, and bees also utilize the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good competitor, white snakeroot is a major nonwoody constituent of forests throughout much of the eastern US, including Ohio. The plant is well adapted to disturbed landscapes and is a common volunteer in backyards, vacant lots, and other urban spaces, where it spreads through airborne seeds as well as underground stems. White snakeroot is tolerant of full sun through shade, but grows best under partial shade in soils of average to moderately dry moisture. One to four feet in height and resistant to mammalian herbivory, white snakeroot is a robust and handsome addition to the shade garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn natural areas that transition from sun to shade, such as forest edges, white snakeroot tends to occupy the shadier portions and its close lookalike, late boneset, the sunnier. The two plants share a late season bloom and distasteful foliage from the standpoint of deer. The latter quality is especially useful in the case of white snakeroot due to the tendency of deer to browse on woodland goldenrods and asters, the other showy late-blooming shade plants.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.allianceforthebay.org\/2021\/10\/white-snakeroot-a-pollinator-pleasing-pant-with-a-nefarious-past\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/ageratina\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/woodland\/plants\/wh_snakeroot.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/weedguide.cfaes.osu.edu\/singlerecord.asp?id=91\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bbg.org\/news\/weed_of_the_month_white_snakeroot\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/ageratina\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763466905,"sku":"AGEALT_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763499673,"sku":"AGEALT_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Ageratina_altissima_1_JS_f13425ca-6b6e-4d53-9cee-48f6598d2d6c.jpg?v=1744748978"},{"product_id":"anemone-virginiana","title":"Anemone virginiana","description":"\u003cp\u003eTall thimbleweed’s foliage and flowers are arranged in tier-like fashion, drawing the observer into the multi-level, miniature world of the shade garden. Uppermost on the plant, white blossoms are crowned with yellow, pollen-producing anthers that attract a variety of small bees and flies. After the flower fades, it becomes a seedhead that is at first green and bristly, and later fluffy and white as it releases its seeds to the wind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn inhabitant of woodlands both moist and dry, tall thimbleweed prefers partial shade and moderate moisture but can handle full shade and, once mature, fairly dry soil. Tall thimbleweed spreads slowly by rhizomes to form a colony of plants, but it is not aggressive in the garden. The plant’s June bloom time makes it especially useful in shade gardens, where it follows the spring bloom of forest wildflowers like wild geranium, foamflower, Jacob’s ladder, and ragwort species. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/savanna\/plants\/tl_anemone.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/anemone-virginiana\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/flower\/tall-thimbleweed%E2%80%9D\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos 1 and 3 \u003cb\u003e© \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\"\u003eF. D. Richards., CC BY-SA 2.0.\u003c\/a\u003e Photo 2 by Julie Slater. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763401369,"sku":"ANEVIR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763434137,"sku":"ANEVIR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Anemone_virginiana_F.D.Richards_1.png?v=1744748977"},{"product_id":"asclepias-incarnata","title":"Asclepias incarnata","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eMeet the milkweed that has ventured into the wetlands of NE Ohio and is the special darling of the monarch butterfly! Monarchs depend on milkweeds as the sole food source for their caterpillars, and evidence suggests that female monarchs favor swamp milkweed over other milkweeds when egg-laying. The plant is also an outstanding nectar source for a wide range of bees, wasps, ants, flies, beetles, moths, and butterflies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eSwamp milkweed is distinguished among the milkweeds for its ability to tolerate temporarily flooded soils, and in the wild it grows in wetlands. In the garden, swamp milkweed does not require wet soil, and it will do well in any sunny area that isn’t extra dry. During summer droughts, though, swamp milkweed will likely require some water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eUnlike common milkweed, swamp milkweed does not spread aggressively, instead forming a shrub-like cluster of stems over a period of years. Swamp milkweed provides a wonderful addition to the color palette of the midsummer garden, producing broad, eye-catching clusters of pink and cream-colored flowers in July. To anyone inclined to stop and smell the flowers, swamp milkweed is a special treat: the rich aroma is likened to cinnamon and vanilla.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/wildflowers\/pollinators\/Monarch_Butterfly\/habitat\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/esajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/pdf\/10.1002\/ecs2.2064\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/books.google.com\/books?id=qjUNAAAACAAJ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/home\/plantProfile?symbol=ASIN\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/flower\/swamp-milkweed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/sw_milkweed.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e8\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by Alyssa Zearley. Photos 2 and 3 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763335833,"sku":"ASCINC_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763368601,"sku":"ASCINC_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Asclepias_incarnata_1_AZ_0fae8469-cdac-4c55-8235-f9bac6c524cf.jpg?v=1744748975"},{"product_id":"asclepias-syriaca","title":"Asclepias syriaca","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith orbs of pink flowers that give way to strange, spiny seed pods, common milkweed has an aura of otherworldly fascination. Extraordinary appearances aside, few plants are more connected to local ecosystems than is this one, feeding over 450 species of insects. The nectar produced by common milkweed’s rose-scented flowers nourishes ants, flies, beetles, bees, wasps, and butterflies. The beloved monarch butterfly visits common milkweed for nectar, and as a caterpillar, feeds on the plant’s leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon milkweed is quite competitive, spreading by long underground stems to send up new plants. This habit makes common milkweed very difficult to contain, and the plant will easily overtake small garden beds. Due to its spreading nature, common milkweed is best utilized in more spacious prairie-style gardens. A frequent volunteer in urban lots and along roadsides, common milkweed often grows in association with other vigorous plants like common yarrow, grass-leaved goldenrod, late boneset, and New England aster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon milkweed is adaptable to partial shade as well as full sun, and it may spread less aggressively in the former. The plant is quite drought tolerant and can be a good choice for dry growing situations. Blooming during the month of June, common milkweed is a nice option for early season pink color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.fed.us\/wildflowers\/plant-of-the-week\/asclepias_syriaca.shtml\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-007_02_XercesSoc_MonarchNectarPlants_Great-Lakes_web-3page.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/flower\/common-milkweed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=ASSY\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/weeds\/plants\/cm_milkweed.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e8\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763270297,"sku":"ASCSYR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763303065,"sku":"ASCSYR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Asclepias_syriaca_1_AK_93529a62-49bf-4a15-9c89-c4ea9e84cb2c.jpg?v=1744748974"},{"product_id":"coreopsis-tripteris","title":"Coreopsis tripteris","description":"\u003cp\u003eTall coreopsis’ yellow blooms are like an expression of joy at reaching the sunlight above the other tall plants of the prairie. With elegantly divided leaves and a slender form, tall coreopsis has a graceful appearance that belies its tough nature. Indeed, this robust plant is one of the few wildflowers that can hold its own against perennial grasses. Wherever it grows, tall coreopsis brings out the pollinators, attracting bees, wasps, butterflies, skippers, flies, and beetles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA denizen of wet to dry prairies and open woods, tall coreopsis is a versatile plant that can tolerate a wide range of conditions. It will be taller and more robust in consistently moist soil under full sun, but it can handle drier soil and partial shade. Tall coreopsis has good drought tolerance, especially after it has become established.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpreading by long underground stems, tall coreopsis has a habit of popping up in unexpected places when planted in the home garden. For this reason, it is best utilized in a prairie-style, rather than formal, garden. Tall coreopsis may lean in moist soils, especially when there is little competition from surrounding plants. Cutting the plant to half its height in early June will cause it to be more upright at maturity, with a shorter, more branched form. Tall coreopsis is not palatable to deer and rabbits once it has grown in, but in the springtime, the new seedlings may be browsed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTall coreopsis’ sunny flowers with their dark centers are a lovely late-summer sight. For a pretty trio, plant with hollow Joe Pye and tall ironweed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/blog\/plants-for-pollinators-tickseed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/tl_coreopsisx.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763204761,"sku":"CORTRI_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763237529,"sku":"CORTRI_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Coreopsis_tripteris_1_AK_3e0f0de4-c4de-4c7e-9dd3-c64d09f05b5d.jpg?v=1744748973"},{"product_id":"doellingeria-umbellata","title":"Doellingeria umbellata","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe shape of this whimsical wildflower has been likened to a small umbrella or parasol. The main stem branches outward to form a white floral canopy that blooms in August, attracting numerous bees, flies, wasps, and skippers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccurring in fields, wet meadows, and open, moist woodlands, parasol aster grows well in full to partial sun and wet to moderate moisture. The plant makes an especially nice addition to partially shaded wet areas and rain gardens. In these places it provides a rare white floral option during the month of August.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParasol aster spreads by rhizome to form a slowly expanding cluster of plants. Its seeds are wind dispersed and may colonize nearby areas, especially patches of bare soil. This plant is not avoided by deer, but it also does not seem to be a target.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParasol aster provides pleasing late-summer blooms and structural interest to the home landscape. When planted with the likes of cutleaf coneflower, hollow Joe Pye, blue lobelia, and red lobelia, it is part of a colorful lineup that will buzz and flutter with pollinators.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/fltp_aster.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.4289\/0013-8797.122.2.299\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hachettebookgroup.com\/titles\/douglas-w-tallamy\/bringing-nature-home\/9780881929928\/?lens=timber-press\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/31973680\"\u003eTom Norton\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763171993,"sku":"DOEUMB_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43192660918425,"sku":"DOEUMB_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Doellingeria_umbellata_Tom_Norton_in.png?v=1744748972"},{"product_id":"eurybia-divaricata","title":"Eurybia divaricata","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhere growing in abundance, white wood aster forms a knee-high groundcover that buzzes with pollinators in late summer. A variety of bees visit the sprightly white flowerheads, which produce both nectar and pollen. Drone bumble bees and next-years queens who are seeking mates often pursue their amorous encounters among the blooms. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant has good tolerance for dry soils as well as shade, bringing beauty and wildlife value to tough growing situations. It often spreads to form an extensive colony, and has a very long bloom period, typically exceeding six weeks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite wood aster flowers earlier than other asters and goldenrods and is thus especially useful in a woodland-themed garden. As one of the few August flowers of the forest, it provides a lovely prelude to the arching blossoms of wreath goldenrod, a species which is also adapted to shady, rather dry environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.proquest.com\/docview\/1927912255?pq-origsite=gscholar\u0026amp;fromopenview=true\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/eurybia-divaricata\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usgs.gov\/faqs\/what-role-native-bees-united-states#:~:text=About%2020%25%2D45%25%20of,removed%2C%20the%20bee%20goes%20away\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1656\/045.023.0210\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hachettebookgroup.com\/titles\/douglas-w-tallamy\/natures-best-hope\/9781604699005\/?lens=timber-press\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.missouribotanicalgarden.org\/PlantFinder\/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=290710\u0026amp;isprofile=1\u0026amp;basic=H170\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":42481636114585,"sku":"EURDIV_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43195428208793,"sku":"EURDIV_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Eurybia_divaricata_1_JS_499e0954-e6e0-4abf-b62f-03532f5f2aa0.jpg?v=1744748971"},{"product_id":"euthamia-graminifolia","title":"Euthamia graminifolia","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrass-leaved goldenrod’s yellow flower clusters have a rich, textured appearance that mimics the play of the late summer sunlight upon the wild meadow. Blooming for approximately one month, the plant provides nectar and pollen to a plethora of bees, flies, wasps, moths, and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn inhabitant of fields, wet meadows, and marsh edges, grass-leaved goldenrod prefers full sun and moist soil, but tolerates partial shade and drier soil. The plant’s narrow leaves and slender form make a fine textural component in the garden, and its broad yellow blooms provide color in August. When planted with tall ironweed and common boneset, grass-leaved goldenrod is part of a bold floral display.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrass-leaved goldenrod spreads quickly by rhizome to fill in any adjacent space that is bare of vegetation. The rhizomes are shallow, though, and the new stems are easily pulled in the springtime. This plant is highly recommended for gardeners who are looking for a plant to rapidly occupy an area. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrass-leaved goldenrod is commonly found growing on abandoned farmland in association with other goldenrod species, including tall goldenrod, giant goldenrod, wrinkleleaf goldenrod, and early goldenrod. Research suggests that soil factors including heightened moisture, acidity, and clay content increase grass-leaved goldenrod’s ability to compete with these other species.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/gr_goldenrodx.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/gr_goldenrodx.htm\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=EUGR5\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=EUGR5\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1656\/045.023.0210\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1656\/045.023.0210\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s11258-005-2069-2\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s11258-005-2069-2\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e. Photos 2 and 3 by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763139225,"sku":"EUTGRA_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43243638128793,"sku":"EUTGRA_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Euthamia_graminifolia_1_AK_7074afd0-1285-4eb5-93c8-6707d7a19031.jpg?v=1744748970"},{"product_id":"eutrochium-fistulosum","title":"Eutrochium fistulosum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eLike clouds tinged pink in the evening light, the airy, dome-shaped flower clusters of hollow Joe Pye rise above the wet meadow. The plant is a beacon for butterflies and makes an outstanding centerpiece or back border for a butterfly garden. Despite its imposing size, hollow Joe Pye is not an aggressive plant, spreading minimally by rhizome to form a slowly-expanding colony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eNative to NE Ohio meadows, wet meadows, and forest edges, hollow Joe Pye grows well in conditions of full sun to partial shade and wet to moderate soil moisture. This plant is an especially good choice for wet places and can even tolerate brief periods of standing water. Blooming primarily during the month of August, hollow Joe Pye is a great option for late summer pink color. To add to the August show, plant with common boneset, grass-leaved goldenrod, and tall ironweed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eHollow Joe Pye’s wide-diameter hollow stems make perfect nesting sites for larger stem-nesting bees such as leafcutter bees. To encourage bee nesting, cut the prior year’s standing dead stems to approximately 1-2’ tall in March.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/hs_joepye.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/blog\/5-ways-to-increase-nesting-habitat-for-bees\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-047_03_XercesSoc_Pollinator-Plants_Great-Lakes-Region_web-3page_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/hs_joepye.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e. Photos 2 and 3 by Alyssa Zearley. Photo 4 by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198763106457,"sku":"EUTFIS_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43201162117273,"sku":"EUTFIS_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Eutrochium_fistulosum_1_AK_1c516a13-b9fd-40fe-bbd2-7629d2488c59.jpg?v=1744748969"},{"product_id":"eupatorium-perfoliatum","title":"Eupatorium perfoliatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eCommon boneset’s leaves form a graceful series of crisscrossing arches along the plant’s stem. Opposing leaf bases are fused, creating this striking architectural effect. In August, common boneset’s fragrant white blooms are a nutritional resource for numerous pollinators, especially short-tongued bees, flies, and wasps*. Bonesets are also renowned as favorite nectar plants for monarch butterflies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the garden, common boneset spreads via short rhizomes to form a tight colony of plants that develop flat-topped clusters of white flowers. It creates a tidy white patch and makes a fine complement to grass-leaved goldenrod and tall ironweed. It can spread aggressively via seed, so it may be a good idea to cut off the faded flowers before the seed develops. A well mulched garden bed will also discourage seed germination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to NE Ohio wet meadows and the margins of water bodies, common boneset thrives in sunny, damp places, and can handle brief periods of standing water. The plant will tolerate light shade and will also do well in soils of moderate moisture, which is the typical condition of most yards. During summer dry spells, common boneset may need some supplemental watering, and if the plant gets too dry, its leaves may brown. Bonesets are highly resistant to deer browse and are great options for gardens that experience high deer pressure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Wasps do not behave aggressively towards humans when foraging for nectar. Instances of aggression are primarily limited to certain wasps (social wasps) that are defending their nest against a perceived threat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html%E2%80%9D\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/cm_boneset.htm%E2%80%9D\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-007_02_XercesSoc_MonarchNectarPlants_Great-Lakes_web-3page.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/factsheet\/pdf\/fs_eupe3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":42481636212889,"sku":"EUPPER_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43195468218521,"sku":"EUPPER_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Eupatorium_perfoliatum_3_JS_cropped.png?v=1777610472"},{"product_id":"eupatorium-serotinum","title":"Eupatorium serotinum","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn September, late boneset’s broad white flower clusters become a gathering place for pollinators. Here, one can observe the colorful locals – from hover flies to moths – foraging within inches of each other. Due to the plant’s abundance in disturbed, urban environments and its nutritional value for a diversity of organisms, it holds an important place within the food webs of our modern landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing best in moderately moist soils and under full to partial sunlight, late boneset tolerates a range of conditions, especially when it comes to soil moisture. In NE Ohio, late boneset can be found in wetlands, meadows, abandoned fields, roadsides, and even gravel lots. In terms of form, the plant attains the shape of a large shrub within several years of planting. It spreads via short rhizomes to form a tight colony, and it will also deposit its light, fluffy seed on surrounding ground. Removing old flowers prior to seed formation will prevent seed dispersal. Frequent associates of late boneset which bloom at a similar time include heath aster, New England aster, grass-leaved goldenrod, wingstem, and tall ironweed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLate boneset is a top nectar plant of migrating monarch butterflies, and it is not uncommon to observe multiple monarchs visiting a single plant simultaneously. Late boneset is also a favorite of the blue-winged wasp, a non-aggressive wasp that preys on lawn grubs. This wasp is quite handsome, with iridescent, dark blue wings, and two bright yellow spots separating its black upper body from its rufous hind portion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/late_bonesetx.htm%E2%80%9D\" data-mce-href=\"%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/late_bonesetx.htm%E2%80%9D\" target=\"”_blanket”\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by Alyssa Zearley.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":42481636245657,"sku":"EUPSER_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43195468513433,"sku":"EUPSER_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Eupatorium_serotinum_1_AZ_cd50ac84-d8a5-4105-a508-a0578a775c00.jpg?v=1744748967"},{"product_id":"helenium-autumnale","title":"Helenium autumnale","description":"\u003cp\u003eHelenium’s yellow blooms possess a sweet, simple beauty that never fails to charm. Seemingly overnight, the plant produces a huge number of flowers, and it remains in bloom for over a month in late summer – early fall.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to NE Ohio wet meadows, marshes, and stream and pond margins, helenium prefers full sun and consistently moist soil. In the home landscape, helenium is especially useful for planting in wet areas. If placed in a garden bed of average moisture, helenium will likely need to be watered during drier times of the summer. In wet places, helenium provides a bold yellow complement to other late season flowers such as New England aster, purple-stemmed aster, American burnet, and white turtlehead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelenium produces abundant seed which can lead to seedling growth in the near vicinity of the plant. Cutting off old flowerheads prior to seed formation will limit this type of spread. Helenium also has a tendency to flop or lean, especially in gardens that have not yet filled in with vegetation. To minimize flopping, cut Helenium to half its height in June. For gardeners who have issues with deer browse, helenium is a great choice. The foliage is highly unpalatable and rarely consumed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelenium has a great deal of pollinator value, providing both pollen and nectar to bees that are active late in the season. Bees that are especially attracted to helenium include small carpenter bees, metallic green sweat bees, bumble bees, and long-horned bees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/camp-joy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Bees-and-Wasps-of-Ohio-Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/flower\/sneezeweed\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/sneezeweed.htm%E2%80%9D\" target=\"”_blanket”\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762975385,"sku":"HELAUT_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198763008153,"sku":"HELAUT_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Helenium_autumnale_1_AK_bd034cd1-ff4e-412e-8e15-c12740b6adcb.jpg?v=1744748965"},{"product_id":"hypericum-punctatum","title":"Hypericum punctatum","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpotted St. Johnswort’s sunny yellow blooms almost seem to sparkle, especially after a July rain shower. This beguiling little plant is a favorite of bumblebees, who gather its pollen to feed to their developing larvae. Including spotted St. John's wort in a pollinator garden is one way to help these industrious creatures, which are critical to ecosystem health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of growing conditions, spotted St. John's wort does best in soils of average moisture under full sun to part shade. Within its native NE Ohio range, the plant can be found in a variety of habitats, including meadows, woodland edges, and open riparian areas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttaining a modest height of 1-3 feet, spotted St. John's wort is a great choice for the front portion of the garden bed, and it can make a nice container plant as well. It is especially useful as a midsummer bloomer in a woodland garden when planted in dappled sun or partial shade. In this situation it works well alongside white bergamot and tall thimbleweed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=HYPU\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/sp_stjohnwortx.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e© \u003ca title=\"iNaturalist\" href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/305781703\"\u003eScott Allen Davis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"CC BY 4.0\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762844313,"sku":"HYPPUN_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762877081,"sku":"HYPPUN_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/original_5.jpg?v=1757730541"},{"product_id":"liatris-spicata","title":"Liatris spicata","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; background: #FBFBFB;\"\u003eDense blazing star’s tall floral spike has a stunning presence in the pollinator garden. Rich with lavender color that shifts downward over time, the spike slowly fades near its tip like the darkening tail of a falling star. Its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eflowers serve as a continuous mid-to-late summer nectar source for a wide variety of pollinators, especially butterflies. Monarchs are frequent visitors, and including dense blazing star in the garden is recommended to aid monarch conservation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eA native of NE Ohio meadows, dense blazing star grows well in conditions of full sun and soil moisture ranging from moderately wet to moderately dry. Tall (3-6’) but by no means imposing, dense blazing star adds variety to both the structure and color of the native plants garden. Its vibrant, linear form punctuates its surroundings and contrasts well with the expansive shape of many prairie plants. If planting dense blazing star in an area frequented by white-tailed deer, gardeners should be aware, however, that the plant will likely be browsed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/blog\/plants-for-pollinators-blazingstar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-007_02_XercesSoc_MonarchNectarPlants_Great-Lakes_web-3page.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/msh_blazingstar.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by Julie Slater. Photo 2 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762778777,"sku":"LIASPI_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762811545,"sku":"LIASPI_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Liatris_spicata_1_JS_76b48848-94ac-49a3-8168-6c8a7b3dfa59.jpg?v=1744748962"},{"product_id":"lobelia-siphilitica","title":"Lobelia siphilitica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eBlue lobelia’s stately blooms are a classy destination for a bumble bee! The bees dive right into the center of each blue and white striped flower. It's fun to watch them at work - rummaging for nectar in spaces that seem much too dainty for them. Although bumble bees are the primary pollinators of blue lobelia, the plant attracts a variety of bees of varying sizes, as well as butterflies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eA plant of woodland borders, especially along rivers, blue lobelia is perfectly suited for partially shaded wet spots in the garden. The plant will also do well in full sun, as long as the soil isn’t too dry. A layer of leaf mulch can help to conserve soil moisture for this and other plants. Blue lobelia is a short-lived species and is not very competitive. In order to keep it coming back, allow for some bare soil next to the plant where it can deposit its seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eAs a point of interest regarding local adaptation, some research suggests that naturally occurring blue lobelia populations have special relations with the soil fungi in their immediate area. The fungi help the plant roots absorb phosphorus, an important nutrient for growth and metabolism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href='%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\"' rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href='%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/flower\/blue-lobelia\"' rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href='%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\"' rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/gb_lobeliax.htm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s00442-019-04412-1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762647705,"sku":"LOBSIP_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762680473,"sku":"LOBSIP_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Lobelia_siphilitica_1_JS_5f1c56ca-1d23-421e-90f1-1b78995f6aaa.jpg?v=1744748960"},{"product_id":"ludwigia-alternifolia","title":"Ludwigia alternifolia","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerhaps no other plant offers its gifts to the world more politely than seedbox, which at fruiting time presents its seeds neatly packaged in a little box. In truth, seedbox’s offerings begin much earlier in the growing season, when it adorns its upper branches with delicate yellow flowers that are a pollen and nectar source to bumblebees, carpenter bees, halictid bees, and leafcutter bees. Once pollination occurs and the cube-like fruit begins to develop, it is sometimes fed upon by seed beetle larvae, which form a cocoon inside the cube. In the fall, foraging white footed mice scale the branches of seedbox, selectively removing and consuming the fruits that contain beetle larvae. During the winter, white-throated sparrows similarly may open the fruits in order to consume the larvae. With regards to aesthetic appeal, seedbox provides deep red fall foliage in addition to attractive flowers and fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall and shrubby in stature, seedbox grows to 1-3 feet in height, branches frequently in its upper portion, and often has multiple stems growing from its base. The plant prefers growing in wet to moderately wet soil under full sun, and within its native NE Ohio range, inhabits places such as wet meadows and the margins of ponds and streams. An unassuming, charming plant, seedbox is a great choice for adding some personality and wildlife value to a low, wet spot in the yard. The gardener should take note, though, that seedbox is sometimes a target of deer herbivory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/seedbox.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ia801503.us.archive.org\/10\/items\/biostor-56539\/biostor-56539.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by Julie Slater. Photo 2 \u003cspan\u003e©\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/fritzflohrreynolds\/7665690760\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFritz Flohr Reynolds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY-SA 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Photo 3 by Alyssa Zearley.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762582169,"sku":"LUDALT_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762614937,"sku":"LUDALT_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Ludwigia_alternifolia_1_JS_7e042e4c-c42b-4453-80ef-91a5781e8357.jpg?v=1744748959"},{"product_id":"mimulus-alatus","title":"Mimulus alatus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis plant's pink flowers resemble a monkey's face. The plant puts out its flowers a few at a time, extending its bloom for a month or more. A favorite of bumblebees, who pry open the closed flowers to reach the pollen and nectar the monkeyflower has saved for them. A good plant for wet spots, it can tolerate occasional flooding. It prefers a rich soil that does not dry out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mimulus_alatus,_2014-08-02,_Cranberry,_01.jpg\"\u003eCbaile19\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/publicdomain\/zero\/1.0\/deed.en\"\u003eCC0 1.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Photo 2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Mimulus_alatus_2.jpg\"\u003eEric in SF\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\"\u003eCC BY-SA 3.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762418329,"sku":"MIMALA_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762451097,"sku":"MIMALA_G_A","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Mimulusalatuswikimedia.png?v=1744748958"},{"product_id":"penstemon-digitalis","title":"Penstemon digitalis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eThe puffy white flowers of smooth penstemon usher in the growing season with a burst of fun and energy. Blooming during a late spring lull in wildflower displays, the plant is especially useful for bees as well as garden aesthetics. Frequent bee visitors include small sweat bees and bumble bees.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eNative to meadows, woodland openings, and riparian forest edges, smooth penstemon is adaptable to a variety of growing conditions. In the garden, it will do well under partial shade or full sun and soil moisture ranging from moderately wet to moderately dry. Although it tolerates occasional water saturation, it will fare better in a well-drained soil, and it is fairly drought tolerant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eA robust but non-aggressive plant, smooth penstemon spreads via short rhizomes to form a hardy cluster but does not travel far and wide. The flower display from a thriving patch of smooth penstemon can be quite luxurious. To complement the plant’s bloom, plant with Ohio spiderwort and narrow-leaved sundrops. In the fall, smooth penstemon's foliage turns a handsome burgundy color. Although generally resistant to deer herbivory, this foliage may be occasionally browsed, especially early in the season when the plant is small.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/fx_penstemonx.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/blog\/plants-for-pollinators-beardtongue\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-047_03_XercesSoc_Pollinator-Plants_Great-Lakes-Region_web-3page_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=72568406\"\u003eEric Hunt\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/deed.en\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY-SA 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Photos 2 and 4 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e. Photo 3 by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762221721,"sku":"PENDIG_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762254489,"sku":"PENDIG_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Penstemon_digitalis_Eric_Hunt_Wikimedia_square.png?v=1744748954"},{"product_id":"ratibida-pinnata","title":"Ratibida pinnata","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmid the bright riot of the midsummer meadow, a slender stem puts forth its graceful yellow flowers, their petals draping down, idly sifting the breeze. In keeping with its carefree air, grey headed coneflower is content with a variety of growing conditions, but will do best under full sunlight and in soils of moderate to dry moisture. Within its native NE Ohio range, it inhabits meadows, fields, and woodland edges.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlooming in July, grey-headed coneflower is part of a classic lineup of native plants that provide midsummer color to sunny gardens. These plants include purple coneflower, wild bergamot, dense blazing star, and Virginia mountain mint, among others. Grey-headed coneflower is especially useful in gardens that tend to be a bit drier, owing to its good drought tolerance. And in spite of the plant’s narrow stem, it typically remains upright without additional support. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrey headed coneflower spreads via short rhizomes to form a tight cluster of plants. It will also spread via seed, but the seeds don’t travel far from the parent plant. To prevent seed deposition, gardeners should remove old flowers prior to seed formation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrey-headed coneflower is quite attractive to pollinators, including moths, small butterflies, flies, and bees. Syrphid flies are frequent pollinators whose larvae are especially useful as predators of aphids, a garden pest. The caterpillar of the wavy-lined emerald moth utilizes grey-headed coneflower as a host plant, feeding on its flowers until ready to pupate and become a moth. While foraging, the caterpillar has the fascinating and ingenious habit of covering itself in flower and leaf fragments as camouflage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/yl_coneflowerx.htm\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/yl_coneflowerx.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1890\/ES14-00480.1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1890\/ES14-00480.1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=RAPI\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=RAPI\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/plantguide\/pdf\/pg_rapi.pdf\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/plantguide\/pdf\/pg_rapi.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762090649,"sku":"RATPIN_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762123417,"sku":"RATPIN_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Ratibida_pinnata_1_AK_2fff96f0-bd98-49e9-a97a-264455d80706.jpg?v=1744748952"},{"product_id":"rudbeckia-hirta","title":"Rudbeckia hirta","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith yellow petals and dark centers, black-eyed Susans create a striking cheetah-spot pattern in the garden, especially when massed. The plant lives for just two years, but can persist through self-seeding as long as perennial species don’t overtake its space. Black-eyed Susan forms a low rosette of foliage in its first year and flowers in its second. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn inhabitant of fields, roadsides, and meadows, black-eyed Susan prefers full sun and moderate moisture, but tolerates light shade and drier conditions. The plant can handle drought and works well in parts of the home landscape that can get hot and dry, such as tree lawns. It’s a nice option for places where short plants are required, and its early bloom (June) is also an asset. When planted with Ohio spiderwort, foxglove beardtongue, and narrow-leaved sundrops, it brings color to the garden during the late spring \/ early summer interval. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePollinators generally do not flock to black-eyed Susan, but the plant is still appreciated by a number of species of bees and flies. Long-horned bees, for one, may be seen circling the flowerhead’s cone-shaped central disk, gathering pollen from one disk flower after another.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/be_susanx.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198762025113,"sku":"RUDHIR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198762057881,"sku":"RUDHIR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Rudbeckia_hirta_1_AK_426f06c2-27c0-4852-bbeb-17b06c767726.jpg?v=1744748951"},{"product_id":"rudbeckia-laciniata","title":"Rudbeckia laciniata","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eAlong the wooded riverbank, a yellow wildflower rises above the nettles and looks out across the flowing stream. Tall, showy wildflowers typically reside in the field rather than the forest, but cutleaf coneflower breaks this trend. A resident of open, wet woods and streambanks, cutleaf coneflower makes a stunning centerpiece for a partially shaded garden, especially in places of wet soil. The plant will also perform well in full sunlight as long as the soil isn’t too dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eSpreading by both seed and rhizome, cutleaf coneflower can be aggressive under ideal growing conditions. In the springtime, sever rhizomes with a shovel and remove unwanted sprouts to control spread. Plants that should compete well with cutleaf coneflower and also complement its light-yellow flowers include ironweed, hollow Joe Pye, and flat-topped aster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eSimilar to other Rudbeckia species, black-eyed Susan and brown-eyed Susan, cutleaf coneflower’s petals display ultraviolet coloration invisible to the human eye, but visible to bees. To a bee, the petals are two-toned, like a bullseye indicating the presence of floral rewards. To judge from all the buzzing around the flowers, the bees are pretty good at hitting the mark! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/savanna\/plants\/cl_coneflower.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=RULA3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jstor.org\/stable\/23311054\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761959577,"sku":"RUDLAC_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761992345,"sku":"RUDLAC_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Rudbeckia_laciniata_1_AK_a3ec883e-534b-4c76-a0f1-c8745b996733.jpg?v=1744748950"},{"product_id":"scrophularia-marilandica","title":"Scrophularia marilandica","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn its understated way, Maryland figwort adds much to the personality and society of the pollinator garden. The plant’s small burgundy flowers appear to be many little mouths calling out for attention. And it seems they know how to get it! Throughout Maryland figwort’s midsummer bloom, the flowers teem with pollinators. Producing a copious amount of nectar, the little blossoms attract a wide variety of flies, ants, bees, and wasps, as well as Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recognition of Maryland figwort’s value to pollinators, the Xerces Society has included it in its “Plants for Pollinators” series, which highlights some of the best pollinator plants throughout the US. And although the plant is not showy, it is nevertheless a species of pleasing dimensions which enhances the structural interest of the pollinator garden. Encountered in NE Ohio habitats including forest edges and open-canopy woodlands, Maryland figwort is adaptable to full sun but seems to prefer partial shade and soils of average moisture. The plant ranges in height from approximately 3-6’, and as a final bonus, is resistant to deer-browsing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/flower\/maryland-figwort\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/woodland\/plants\/late_figwort.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/blog\/plants-for-pollinators-figwort\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761894041,"sku":"SCRMAR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761926809,"sku":"SCRMAR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Scrophularia_marilandica_1_AK_77c60c8a-1b24-4944-a8f3-da211ebc72c8.jpg?v=1744748949"},{"product_id":"silphium-perfoliatum","title":"Silphium perfoliatum","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eFew plants can rival the dramatic architecture of cup plant, whose large, concave leaves capture rainwater to form a series of pools along a central, towering stem. The pools present a rare form of wildlife value, serving as a water source for birds, pollinators, and other organisms. In mid to late summer, a crown of yellow flowers provides a beautiful complement to a backdrop of blue skies. The pollinator value of the plant’s flowers is such that the Xerces society has selected cup plant for its short list of recommended pollinator plants for the Great Lakes region. After the growing season is over, cup plant’s hollow stem continues to serve as nesting habitat for leafcutter bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" lang=\"EN\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eNative to NE Ohio habitats including wet meadows, woodland edges, and the margins of water bodies, cup plant grows well under conditions of wet to average soil moisture and full sun to partial shade. In keeping with its imposing stature (up to 10’ tall), cup plant can be quite dominant, frequently forming colonies through growing via numerous rhizomes. If intermingled with other plants as a mixed planting in the garden, cup plant may take over. It thus may be best to plant cup plant in a discrete patch that is spaced apart from other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-047_03_XercesSoc_Pollinator-Plants_Great-Lakes-Region_web-3page_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-047_03_XercesSoc_Pollinator-Plants_Great-Lakes-Region_web-3page_0.pdf\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/cupplantx.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/cupplantx.htm\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by Alyssa Zearley.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761828505,"sku":"SILPER_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761861273,"sku":"SILPER_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Silphium_perfoliatum_1_AZ_f4fe13dc-80df-47af-b964-370e19215adc.jpg?v=1744748948"},{"product_id":"silphium-trifoliatum","title":"Silphium trifoliatum","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eWhen whorled rosinweed blooms across the landscape, a layer of sunny flowerheads marks the transition from meadow to sky. At the center of each big yellow blossom, tubular florets draw in long-tongued pollinators like bumble bees and butterflies. The plant’s leaves encircle its tall stem, creating an attractive look even when the plant isn't in flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eOne of the more easterly distributed members of the silphium genus, whorled rosinweed is tolerant of light shade in addition to full sun, and it occupies woodland openings as well as meadows. If growing at the edge of a tree canopy, however, the plant has a tendency to lean toward the sun. In sunny situations, whorled rosinweed may have difficulty supporting itself during its first growing season, but will be more upright in subsequent years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eWhorled rosinweed grows well in soil moisture ranging from moderately wet to moderately dry, forming small colonies through the production of short underground stems. In overly dry soil, the plant will persist but its flowers will be smaller and less impressive. Attaining a mature height of 5 – 8’, this plant is a long-lived perennial that reliably blooms in midsummer year after year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=SITR7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bonap.net\/Napa\/TaxonMaps\/Genus\/County\/Silphium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.missouriplants.com\/Silphium_perfoliatum_page.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 \u003cb\u003e©\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/135462296\"\u003eElias\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/publicdomain\/zero\/1.0\/\"\u003eCC0 1.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Photo 2 by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761697433,"sku":"SILTRI_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761730201,"sku":"SILTRI_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Silphium_trifoliatum_1_JS_a548f1cf-0d77-449a-8431-83e6b61f9f1d.jpg?v=1744748946"},{"product_id":"solidago-bicolor","title":"Solidago bicolor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eA fair-flowered maverick from a famously golden clan, white goldenrod offers all of the wildlife benefits of other goldenrods, but with an added dash of individuality. Try as it might to go its own way, though, it seems that Ohio’s only white goldenrod just can’t help drawing a crowd! Indeed, white goldenrod attracts an adoring plethora of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, moths, flies, beetles, and wasps.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn recognition of the plant’s ecological importance, the Xerces Society has designated it as a plant of special value to native bees, as well as one that supports conservation biological control. The latter designation indicates that white goldenrod attracts predators of insects that can be detrimental to food gardens and crops, thus providing an important non-chemical means of pest management.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eA plant of open-canopied oak woodlands, sandy ridges, and rocky bluffs, white goldenrod’s ability to thrive on thin, dry soils has actually made it a plant of interest in the construction of green roofs. In the garden, white goldenrod attains a height of 2-3’, and grows well in soils ranging from average moisture to dry, and under full sunlight to partial shade. The plant is especially useful in dry woodland gardens, where it works nicely in combination with white wood aster and wreath goldenrod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cmnh.org\/goldenrods\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflower.org\/plants\/result.php?id_plant=SOBI\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.landurbplan.2014.07.007\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/solidago-bicolor\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1\u003cb\u003e ©\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/135193498\"\u003eOwen Strickland\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Photo 2 \u003cb\u003e© \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/60469709\"\u003eRob Curtis\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761631897,"sku":"SOLBIC_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761664665,"sku":"SOLBIC_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Solidago_bicolor_Rob_Curtis.jpg?v=1744748945"},{"product_id":"solidago-caesia","title":"Solidago caesia","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eOn a wooded ridge in September, yellow blossoms arch brightly across the forest floor as though tracing the paths of unseen woodland sprites. The blossoms belong to wreath goldenrod, and as for the sprites - indeed, they are present, clad in black and yellow and buzzing from bloom to bloom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eWith its arching form, this flower of the forest doesn’t match the common notion of a goldenrod. But like other goldenrods, wreath goldenrod is beloved by bees and a wide range of other pollinators. Bumble bees and metallic green sweat bees are some of the most frequent visitors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eIn the garden, wreath goldenrod grows well under part shade to shade and in soil moisture ranging from moderate to moderately dry. This plant is an especially good choice for drier woodland gardens, where it works well in combination with white wood aster and white goldenrod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eResearch into goldenrod habitats and bloom times shows some of the ways these plants compete with one another for pollinators’ attention. When two goldenrod species occupy the same habitat, they will often bloom at different times. And when goldenrod bloom times overlap, the species in question typically occupy different habitats. Each goldenrod species thus attempts to ensure that when it blooms, it has maximum access to local pollinators with respect to other, nearby goldenrods. This point is well demonstrated by wreath goldenrod and zigzag goldenrod: although both are species of the forest with overlapping bloom times, wreath goldenrod tends to grow in drier upland woods whereas zigzag goldenrod tends to grow in wetter lowland woods, such as floodplain forests.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/woodland\/plants\/bl_goldenrod.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2307\/2483456\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cmnh.org\/goldenrods\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761566361,"sku":"SOLCAE_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761599129,"sku":"SOLCAE_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Solidago_caesia_2_JS_f189236b-78d0-4b4b-a6d2-f7ee849b583a.jpg?v=1744748944"},{"product_id":"solidago-rugosa","title":"Solidago rugosa","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfter absorbing the sun’s rays for months, wrinkleleaf goldenrod erupts in golden-yellow color in September, as though saturated with light. The blooming of hundreds of yellow flowerheads along the plant’s branches is a windfall for pollinators. Goldenrods are among the most important plants for supporting pollen-specialist bees, which have strict pollen requirements. Considering that 20 – 45% of native bees are specialists, healthy bee populations can only be maintained by planting the plants that host these bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn inhabitant of meadows and open-canopied woodlands, wrinkleleaf goldenrod is quite adaptable, performing well under full sunlight to partial shade and in moderately wet to moderately dry soil. The plant will attain a mature height of 3-6’ and will likely spread via rhizome to form a small colony, though it is generally not aggressive. Look for wrinkleleaf goldenrod to produce its bright yellow blooms for approximately 1 month in late summer or early fall. For a stunning pairing, plant wrinkleleaf goldenrod with New England aster or purple-stemmed aster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1656\/045.023.0210\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/press.princeton.edu\/books\/paperback\/9780691160771\/the-bees-in-your-backyard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usgs.gov\/faqs\/what-role-native-bees-united-states#:~:text=About%2020%25%2D45%25%20of,removed%2C%20the%20bee%20goes%20away\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hachettebookgroup.com\/titles\/douglas-w-tallamy\/natures-best-hope\/9781604699005\/?lens=timber-press\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/savanna\/plants\/wl_goldenrod.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href='%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/doi.org\/10.2307\/2483456\"' target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761304217,"sku":"SOLRUG_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761336985,"sku":"SOLRUG_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Solidago_rugosa_1_JS_3b492742-43a7-4989-b8f7-5fc938c24e0a.jpg?v=1744748941"},{"product_id":"symphyotrichum-novae-angliae","title":"Symphyotrichum novae-angliae","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the meadow’s great color motifs can be achieved with this singular wildflower, whose golden-yellow discs and bold purple rays throw subtlety to the autumn winds. Monarchs and other butterflies are drawn to the plant’s flashy flowerheads, each of which offers an easy landing zone and multiple opportunities to probe for nectar. Green metallic sweat bees are also frequent visitors, adding to an already colorful scene.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Ohio native that can be found in meadows and marshy areas as well as along roadsides, New England aster grows best under full sun and in soils of moderately wet to average moisture. The plant’s fairly broad moisture tolerance makes it a great choice for a rain garden, which will typically fluctuate from wet to rather dry. New England aster is one of the showiest autumn bloomers and it can be a fine focal point for both prairie-style and more orderly gardens. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the growing season progresses, New England aster’s lower leaves often turn brown, and this can be handled in a couple ways. Trimming the plant to half its height prior to mid-July will cause it to be shorter and shrubbier, and any dried foliage will be less conspicuous. This will also make the plant less likely to lean over later in the season. Planting a shorter plant in front of New England aster will also serve to conceal New England aster’s lower leaves. Mountain mints and early goldenrod work well in this role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew England aster spreads slowly via rhizomes to form a patch of plants, but it can spread quite rapidly via seed. Spreading by seed is not an issue in gardens that are fully occupied by vegetation, but it can be problematic in areas of bare soil and to a lesser extent in mulched beds. Removing New England aster’s faded flowerheads will prevent seed formation, allowing one to enjoy the plant’s beauty and pollinator value without the headache of having to pull unwanted seedlings the following year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/ne_asterx.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1656\/045.023.0210\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.usgs.gov\/faqs\/what-role-native-bees-united-states#:~:text=About%2020%25%2D45%25%20of,removed%2C%20the%20bee%20goes%20away\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e. Photo 2 by Alyssa Zearley.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761107609,"sku":"SYMNOV_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761140377,"sku":"SYMNOV_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Symphyotrichum_novae_angliae_1_AK_060f571b-b525-4a20-905f-14997bdc044d.jpg?v=1744748938"},{"product_id":"symphyotrichum-prenanthoides","title":"Symphyotrichum prenanthoides","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe subtle blue of crooked-stemmed aster’s autumn bloom hints of the sweet reward that awaits pollinators. Migratory butterflies like the monarch and common buckeye take notice, stopping by for a sip of sugary nectar on their southward flight. Fall mining bees visit as well, gathering the plant’s pollen in order to feed it to their offspring in their underground nests.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA NE Ohio native of woodland edges and wet woods, crooked-stemmed aster grows well in moderately wet to average moisture and under full to partial sunlight. The plant is especially fond of streamside habitats that provide moist, well-drained soil and a gap in the forest canopy. Attaining a mature height of 1-3’, crooked-stemmed aster often spreads to form a small colony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrooked-stemmed aster’s modest size and tolerance for partial shade make it especially useful in the autumn garden. Alongside calico aster and zigzag goldenrod, the plant is part of a colorful lineup that will be an absolute hit with pollinators. Like these other plants, crooked stemmed aster spreads by seed and rhizome and requires no extra care to keep coming back. The plant’s windborne seeds may lead to seedlings popping up throughout the garden, so removal of old flowerheads may be desirable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1656\/045.023.0210\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p7\/bees.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/entnemdept.ufl.edu\/creatures\/misc\/bees\/ceratina.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.minnesotawildflowers.info\/flower\/crooked-aster\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fieldbioinohio.blogspot.com\/2011\/11\/some-ohio-asters.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/factsheet\/pdf\/fs_sypr6.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198761042073,"sku":"SYMPRE_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761074841,"sku":"SYMPRE_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Symphyotrichum_prenanthoides_1_JS_f8e4f315-23eb-48e5-8d89-85d5960ce4a6.jpg?v=1744748937"},{"product_id":"verbena-hastata","title":"Verbena hastata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eTall (3-5’) but delicate in appearance, blue vervain adds a lovely blue-violet accent to the pollinator garden in summer. Flowers bloom upon vertical spikes which are grouped in candelabra-like fashion. As new blooms replace old, flowers ascend the spikes during a long, 2-month period (July – August).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eIn terms of pollinator value, blue vervain is especially favored by longer tongued insects, and it is an excellent plant for attracting butterflies. Several species of songbirds have been known to consume the seeds of blue vervain, including the cardinal, swamp sparrow, field sparrow, song sparrow, and dark-eyed junco. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\" lang=\"EN\"\u003eThis plant can tolerate periods of flooding and will grow best in sunny situations within soils ranging from wet to average moisture. During summer dry spells, blue vervain will likely require some supplemental watering. In the context of NE Ohio natural areas, blue vervain is most frequently encountered in floodplains and wet meadows. In the garden, blue vervain does a good job maintaining an upright posture and is not inclined to flop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/wetland\/plants\/bl_vervain.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198760976537,"sku":"VERHAS_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198761009305,"sku":"VERHAS_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Verbena_hastata_1_AK_83d66ca2-a237-490d-954a-b16fe136e67b.jpg?v=1744748937"},{"product_id":"vernonia-gigantea","title":"Vernonia gigantea","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eWith flowers that are among the most intensely purple of any in the state, tall ironweed makes a distinctive contribution to the garden color pallette. Adding to the plant’s appeal is its ability to draw in butterflies. During the month of August, one may observe that swallowtail butterflies flutter from one cluster of searing purple blooms to another, seemingly oblivious to the other flowers of the meadow. Their appreciation may be due to the high concentration of amino acids contained in tall ironweed’s nectar. Research indicates that butterflies favor amino acid rich nectar, and such nectar may confer reproductive benefits, such as increased egg counts and larval mass. In addition to butterflies, tall ironweed also attracts bee flies, skippers, and various bees, primarily of the long-tongued variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eGrowing best under full sun to partial shade, tall ironweed is adapted to a wide range in soil moisture, from moderately wet to moderately dry. Within its native NE Ohio range, tall ironweed can frequently be found in meadows, along forest edges, and along roadsides, often in association with goldenrods, late boneset, and wingstem. These species all bloom around the same time and make good garden-mates for a naturalized look. The association of tall ironweed with wingstem is especially renowned, in part due to this pairing’s’ gorgeous purple and yellow color motif, but also due to the close resemblance between the two species when not in bloom. A good competitor, tall ironweed spreads by means of underground stems, attains a height of 3 – 7 feet, and is avoided by deer and other browsing mammals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.missouriplants.com\/Vernonia_gigantea_page.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3732\/apps.1600148\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1086\/429150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/s00442-012-2395-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/savanna\/plants\/tl_ironweed.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e6\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lovenativeplants.com\/nativemeadowscaping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e7\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.marylandbiodiversity.com\/species\/Seasonality.php?species=4451\u0026amp;partofyear=Jan%20-%20Dec\u0026amp;startyear=1983\u0026amp;endyear=2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e8\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/resjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1046\/j.1365-2311.2000.00233.x\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e9\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/BF02430273\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e10\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 by Julie Slater. Photo 2 by Alyssa Zearley.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198760845465,"sku":"VERGIG_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198760878233,"sku":"VERGIG_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Vernonia_gigantea_1_JS_c0dc6652-ff08-4ed4-b7a3-fe3cc470c925.jpg?v=1744748935"},{"product_id":"hypericum-ascyron","title":"Hypericum ascyron","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreat St. John's wort has attractive foliage, with blue-green, rounded leaves. It is a robust and adaptable plant which can tolerate rocky soils. Particularly loved by bumblebees, the large yellow flowers attract a variety of bees and beetles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto \u003cb\u003e© \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/44884771\"\u003eRob Curtis,\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43198760714393,"sku":"HYPASC_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43198760747161,"sku":"HYPASC_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Hypericum_ascyron_Rob_Curtis.png?v=1744748933"},{"product_id":"persicaria-virginiana","title":"Persicaria virginiana","description":"\u003cp\u003eProviding a dynamic backdrop to the shade garden, jumpseed’s leaves display a dark magenta marking that slowly fades as the growing season progresses. A vigorous grower, jumpseed is quite abundant in Ohio’s forests and shows much potential as a groundcover in shaded landscapes. In midsummer, the plant produces a tall stalk of small white blossoms that offer nectar to both short and long tongued pollinators. Frequent insect visitors include bumble bees, leaf-cutting bees, various wasp species, and the lovely green metallic sweat bee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn natural situations, bottlebrush grass and white snakeroot are among jumpseed’s most common associates, along with other woodland herbs such as white wood aster and zigzag goldenrod. Once jumpseed produces its seed, contact with the stalk can cause the seed to launch, i.e., “jump,” up to 4 meters. Flowering for up to two months in mid to late summer, this interesting forest plant attains a height of approximately 2’ and grows best under partial to full shade in soils of moderately wet to moderately dry moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bugwoodcloud.org\/imageSites\/pdf\/midatlantic-web.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/woodland\/plants\/jumpseed.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos 1 and 2 by Julie Slater. Photo 3 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43199429804185,"sku":"PERVIR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43199429836953,"sku":"PERVIR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Persicaria_virginiana_1_JS_8e81ae88-6903-49bd-ab35-093155d4a6f5.jpg?v=1744748932"},{"product_id":"asclepias-tuberosa","title":"Asclepias tuberosa","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eWith brilliant orange flowers like the flames of a prairie fire, butterfly milkweed harkens back to its grassland origins. Bold color but modest stature (1-3’) make this plant especially versatile in the garden, where it works well in the foreground or as a short patch between taller plants. Within its native NE Ohio range, butterfly milkweed can be found in open habitats such as fields, meadows, and roadsides. Preferring full sun and dry to moderate moisture, this long-lived perennial’s showy blooms will enliven the garden year after year. The plant has very good drought tolerance and requires well-drained soils, so avoid planting it wherever water occasionally pools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 8.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eThe plant’s pollinator value is exceptional and its foliage is consumed by monarch caterpillars. Butterfly milkweed blooms fairly early in the season (June – July), producing flowers that are a favored nectar source of the Great Spangled Fritillary butterfly. Planting a patch of butterfly milkweed will increase the plant’s apparency on the landscape, making it easier for butterflies and other pollinators to find it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReferences: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.clevelandmetroparks.com\/getmedia\/420fa064-156d-4ec2-a35a-39663c8d720a\/2017NR02_Landscaping-for-Biodiversity.pdf.ashx\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.xerces.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2018-05\/17-047_03_XercesSoc_Pollinator-Plants_Great-Lakes-Region_web-3page_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollinationpress.com\/store\/p5\/pollinatorsofnativeplants.html%E2%80%9D%20target=%E2%80%9D_blank\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/prairie\/plantx\/btf_milkweedx.htm%E2%80%9D%20target=%E2%80%9D_blank%E2%80%9D\u0026gt;4\u0026lt;\/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;%0A\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Photos%20by%20Julie%20Slater.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43199412732057,"sku":"ASCTUB_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43199412764825,"sku":"ASCTUB_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Asclepias_tuberosa_1_JS_ed728f21-132e-47e8-aa38-67ca0271f8e8.jpg?v=1744748928"},{"product_id":"echinacea-purpurea","title":"Echinacea purpurea","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn making a list of organisms most attracted to purple coneflower, one would have to include the home gardener! The plant’s devotees include those gardening for wildlife as well as those interested simply in aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn outstanding ambassador for native plants, purple coneflower offers more color per unit area than perhaps any other native wildflower. Spreading by means of short rhizomes, a colony of purple coneflowers produces numerous 4” wide flowerheads, making an impressive patch of pink color. At the center of each flowerhead, a bristly cone shows iridescent hues of orange and green in the sunlight. In addition to drawing in a variety of bee species, purple coneflower is a favorite of butterflies, including monarchs, swallowtails, fritillaries, sulphurs, and red admirals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimarily a forest edge species, purple coneflower likes partial or full sun and average soil moisture, but it has fairly good drought tolerance too. The plant blooms throughout the month of July and helps create a stunning floral palette alongside grey-headed coneflower, Virginia mountain mint, and wild bergamot, among others. Due to its tolerance for partial shade, purple coneflower works well near the edge of an overlying tree canopy, offering a rare option for midsummer color in this space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto \u003cspan\u003e©\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/150923916@N03\/36058347912\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eZoe Roane-Hopkins\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43199412928665,"sku":"ECHPUR_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43199412961433,"sku":"ECHPUR_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Echinacea_purpurea_1_Zoe_Roane_Hopkins_45e8fd5b-5d3a-4b03-a63f-887247ddd449.jpg?v=1744748925"},{"product_id":"solidago-juncea","title":"Solidago juncea","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarly goldenrod’s arching yellow flowers have a look of joyful abandon, like sunlit waves crashing into shore. The arrival of the plant’s blooms signals a windfall for pollinators, which visit enthusiastically. The goldenrods support so many organisms that they have been termed “keystone plants,” and it is recommended that every garden include at least one goldenrod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly goldenrod is distinguished among the goldenrods for having an exceptionally high number of flowers per stem – 14.5 thousand, on average. Due to the flowers’ shallow corollas, the nectar serves a diversity of both short and long-tongued insects. Common visitors include hover flies, tachinid flies, wasps, beetles, small bees, large bees, moths, and butterflies. Research suggests that early goldenrod may be especially important to native bees, attracting more of the indigenous pollinators and fewer nonnative honeybees than do other goldenrods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to NE Ohio meadows and forest edges, early goldenrod grows well in both full sun and partial shade, and in soils ranging from moderate moisture to dry. Due to the plant’s tolerance of drought-prone soils, it’s a perfect choice for moisture-deprived areas such as tree lawns. Blooming from July into August, early goldenrod is also a nice option for partially shaded spots such as below the edge of a tree canopy. It can be difficult to find midsummer blooming species for such areas, but plants like early goldenrod, purple coneflower, and early sunflower are good choices. Growing to 3’ in height and producing a minimal number of rhizomes, early goldenrod is neither overbearing nor aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43199414599833,"sku":"SOLJUN_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43199414632601,"sku":"SOLJUN_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Solidago_juncea_1_JS_c1a32ebb-0f9a-457d-a073-7abcc845516b.jpg?v=1744748914"},{"product_id":"symphyotrichum-lateriflorum","title":"Symphyotrichum lateriflorum","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the fall, numerous white-rayed flowers appear on the upper sides of calico aster's stems, suggesting branches lined with snow. The flowers supply pollen and nectar to wasps, hover flies, blow flies, honey bees, sweat bees, and bumble bees. In 2009, the Chicago Botanic Garden concluded a 7-year study aimed at identifying “outstanding asters for upper midwestern gardens.” Out of 119 asters and cultivars tested, the wild-type calico aster was one of just 7 plants that received the study’s highest rating of 5 stars. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInhabiting forests, forest edges, meadows, and wetland margins, calico aster displays broad adaptability in terms of sunlight and soil moisture. Growing best in consistently moist soils in partial sunlight, the plant also does well in full sun and can tolerate both moderately dry soils and periodic flooding. Although calico aster does spread via rhizome, it rarely forms large colonies and is not considered aggressive. Attaining a height of 2-3 feet, calico aster can form a fall-blooming border along paths and walkways. The plant also works well in shade gardens, where it adds fall color and pollinator value alongside plants like wreath goldenrod and zigzag goldenrod.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalico aster and other asters have an especially fascinating way of communicating with pollinators. As the plant’s flowers become depleted of viable pollen, the flower centers turn from pale yellow to a rosy pink. The color change is the plant’s way of telling bees where to focus their pollen-gathering. This increases the plant’s reproductive efficiency, and the bees benefit from the greater nutritional value of the viable pollen. By keeping non-viable blooms open, the plant maximizes its visibility on the landscape, attracting more pollinators than it would if it shed its old blooms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto 1 \u003cspan\u003e©\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/zharkikh\/15179728109\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAndrey Zharkikh\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e. 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The flower spike opens just a few of its small yellow flowers at a time, extending the bloom over1-2 months. These little blooms are full of nectar, making this plant a butterfly and bee magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto \u003cspan\u003e©\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/fritzflohrreynolds\/14668163560\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFritz Flohr Reynolds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY-SA 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":43347342196889,"sku":"AGANEP_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":43347342229657,"sku":"AGANEP_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Agastache_nepetoides_1_Fritz_Flohr_Reynolds_fa268b59-e40e-4c07-bd6a-b61f83bc7cd6.jpg?v=1744748905"},{"product_id":"scutellaria-incana","title":"Scutellaria incana","description":"\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and drought-tolerant, downy skullcap can handle tough conditions! It prefers part shade but tolerates full sun. Showy lilac flowers buzz with pollinators, especially bumblebees. 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Get $8 for each #3 or #5 container, and $5 for each #1 or #2 container. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/meadowcitynursery.com\/pages\/pot-rebate\" title=\"Pot rebate\"\u003eLearn more.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButtonbush makes a great replacement for the non-native butterflybush, as it’s our top butterfly-attracting shrub. Interesting round seedheads feed birds during migration. 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A spreader that is best paired with other robust plants.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":6785,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":2,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial, sans-serif\"}'\u003eIndian grass’s bronze flower cluster contrasts beautifully with its tall, blue-green stems, and displays maize highlights when in bloom. The flowers are unusually showy for a grass, adorned with pendant little stamens of a soft yellow hue. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Indiangrass is a common prairie grass species. This tall, upright grass sports blue-green leaves that are a pleasant gold in the winter. The plant provides excellent winter food and habitat to birds. A spreader that is best paired with other robust plants.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":6785,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":2,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial, sans-serif\"}'\u003eIndian grass is one of the principal grasses of the North American tallgrass prairie, which was once extensive across the great plains states west of Ohio. Within the prairie, Indian grass occupies a very similar niche to big bluestem, occurring primarily in well-drained lowland areas under full sun. Neighboring prairie grasses include switchgrass in wetter lowland areas and little bluestem in dry uplands. In NE Ohio, Indian grass can be found growing in meadows and along roadsides.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Indiangrass is a common prairie grass species. This tall, upright grass sports blue-green leaves that are a pleasant gold in the winter. The plant provides excellent winter food and habitat to birds. A spreader that is best paired with other robust plants.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":6785,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":2,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial, sans-serif\"}'\u003eAt 5-7 feet tall, Indian grass is an impressive, colorful grass that will do well in any sunny home landscape of average moisture or drier. Caution must be exercised in placing Indian grass within a wildflower garden, however, due to the grass’s dominant nature. Indian grass is a sod-forming grass that spreads by short rhizomes and also by seeds which germinate readily. Only robust, usually tall flowers such as giant sunflower, prairie dock, and tall coreopsis are good at holding their own against Indian grass. In large gardens, Indian grass is a majestic plant for the back border, separate from the wildflowers and other plants of the garden interior. Indian grass also makes a great ornamental grass along paths and driveways. Due to good drought tolerance, Indian grass is quite useful for planting in dry parts of the yard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Indiangrass is a common prairie grass species. This tall, upright grass sports blue-green leaves that are a pleasant gold in the winter. The plant provides excellent winter food and habitat to birds. A spreader that is best paired with other robust plants.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":6785,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":2,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"15\":\"Arial, sans-serif\"}'\u003eIn terms of wildlife value, Indian grass has a lot to offer, serving as a source of both food and shelter. The plant’s seed is consumed by a variety of songbirds and small mammals. The thatch of old stems which develops at the base of the plant provides cavities in which native bees nest and overwinter. Birds also find winter shelter among Indian grass stems and some species, such as field sparrows and grasshopper sparrows, nest within the cover that the grass creates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/usfwsmtnprairie\/52388748538\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMarcie Hebert\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":44040205533337,"sku":"SORNUT_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":44040205566105,"sku":"SORNUT_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Sorghastrum_nutans_1_Marcie_Hebert_55be0bce-87cd-4207-bb23-992ed0c1b786.jpg?v=1744748893"},{"product_id":"carex-plantaginea","title":"Carex plantaginea","description":"\u003cp\u003eSeersucker sedge’s broad leaves arch playfully in the shade garden, making a lighthearted interlude among the blooms of neighboring flowers. The leaves are much wider than those of most sedges and grasses, and when the plant grows in abundance the effect is quite lush. Seersucker sedge grows in leafy clusters which spread by means of short rhizomes. Though not aggressive, seersucker sedge can be a lovely groundcover if planted densely, adding a unique textural element to the surrounding space. The plant’s clumps enlarge fairly quickly, which allows them to be divided and placed in new locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA plant of the forest, seersucker sedge often grows along wooded hillsides and ravines, especially in locations of cool microclimate, such as shady, north-facing slopes. In the garden, seersucker sedge grows in partial to full shade, and prefers consistently moist soil though it can tolerate soil that is moderately dry. A layer of leaf litter around seersucker sedge helps preserve the moist conditions that the plant enjoys. Seersucker sedge works well in both formal and naturalized gardens, and can be utilized as a groundcover or between flowers. The plant’s foliage is evergreen, giving it a continuous presence and aiding in its groundcover capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of wildlife value, woodland sedges like seersucker sedge produce seeds which are consumed by numerous birds, including sparrows, juncos, towhees, cardinals, and turkeys. Seersucker sedge is also a hostplant for skipper butterflies, which are small, fast-flying butterflies with hairy bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.illinoiswildflowers.info\/grasses\/tables\/table63.html\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Illinois Wildflowers\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":44040194916505,"sku":"CARPLA_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":44040194949273,"sku":"CARPLA_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Carex_plantaginea_1_JS_0b0eea5a-a7fb-4c9d-ab7e-3e0ae7296b03.jpg?v=1744748884"},{"product_id":"eurybia-macrophylla","title":"Eurybia macrophylla","description":"\u003cp\u003eBig-leaved aster’s white or lavender flower petals are more widely spaced than those of many asters, creating an overall display that has an attractive lightness about it. The leaves at the plant’s base are heart-shaped and quite large, emerging in the spring. Due to big-leaved aster’s low-growing foliage and tendency to spread via long rhizomes, it can function as a groundcover, especially in shady locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn natural situations, big-leaved aster is a woodland plant, growing under the forest canopy as well as in gaps and at the forest edge. In the garden, big-leaved aster prefers partial shade and tolerates full shade, though it will produce fewer flowers in the latter. The plant can handle soil moisture ranging from moderately wet to dry, and does best in the average moisture condition, which is typical of most yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its attractive foliage and bloom, bigleaf aster is a good choice for both formal and naturalistic gardens, especially for filling in bare soil through the spreading action of its rhizomes. To complement bigleaf aster’s white, late-season blooms, one might want to plant heartleaf aster and\/or zigzag goldenrod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of wildlife value, bigleaf aster supports numerous pollinators, including long and short-tongued bees, flies, wasps, beetles, and butterflies. The plant is one of the earlier blooming late season plants, and as such, it is especially important to aster-specialist bees when they first emerge in August. Many of these bees are fall mining bees, ground-nesters whose larvae have strict pollen requirements and often rely on the pollen from asters and goldenrods for their nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 © \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/310065205\" title=\"Eurybia macrophylla observation\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDominique Menard\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\" title=\"CC BY 4.0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Photo 2 by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":44040195899545,"sku":"EURMAC_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":44040195932313,"sku":"EURMAC_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Eurybia_macrophylla_2_Dominique_Menard.jpg?v=1781752208"},{"product_id":"helianthus-giganteus","title":"Helianthus giganteus","description":"\u003cp\u003eStanding in a patch of giant sunflowers feels a bit like standing in a forest rather than a meadow. Growing up to 10 feet tall, these majestic beauties bring summer to a shining conclusion, with big yellow flowerheads that last through the month of September. Sunflowers evolved exclusively in North America and are among the most important plants for native bees. Found in NE Ohio meadows, wet meadows, and the margins of water bodies, giant sunflower grows best in moderately wet to average soils and full sunlight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen gardening with giant sunflower, it is best to place the plant in a large garden bed to accommodate its immense height and tendency to spread via rhizomes. It is also important to plant giant sunflower in the company of robust neighbors that will form colonies that will resist encroachment. Some examples include late boneset, short-toothed mountain mint, wrinkleleaf goldenrod, swamp milkweed, and ironweed. Giant sunflower can also be planted along with tall grasses, like big bluestem, switchgrass, and Indian grass. The grasses will both restrain giant sunflower’s spread and offer the plant physical support, keeping it from leaning. Another option to keep giant sunflower from leaning is to trim it to half its height in June. This will cause the mature plant to be several feet shorter with a more branching form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn terms of wildlife value, the sunflower genus, Helianthus, supports more pollen specialist bees than any other genus of plants in the eastern US. Pollen specialists require the pollen from a select group of plants – in this case sunflowers – for feeding their larvae. Giant sunflowers also provide nectar to migrating monarch butterflies, and the plant’s seed is relished by birds. After it is finished blooming, giant sunflower thus transforms into a natural bird feeder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto 1 \u003cb\u003e©\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/15119267\"\u003eNorma Malinowski\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY 4.0.\u003c\/a\u003e Photo 2 \u003cb\u003e©\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inaturalist.org\/observations\/134133650\"\u003eAlina Martin\u003c\/a\u003e , \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY 4.0.\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":44040196489369,"sku":"HELGIG4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":44040196522137,"sku":"HELGIGG","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/HelianthusgiganteusNormaMalinowski.png?v=1744748878"},{"product_id":"hibiscus-moscheutos","title":"Hibiscus moscheutos","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hypnotic beauty, rose mallow’s voluptuous flower draws one’s gaze into its crimson-centered depths. The funnel-shaped blossoms attract bumble bees as well as the rose-mallow bee, a specialist whose larvae can only consume the pollen of rose mallow and its close relatives. In mid-summer, the male rose-mallow bee will wait within a flower for a foraging female to come by with whom he may mate. If a rival male enters the flower, the two will aggressively confront one another, stirring up a large amount of pollen in the process. Research has shown that tussling among the male bees significantly increases the pollination rate for the flowers. Amazingly, for those rose mallow flowers that the bees don’t pollinate, the female part of the flower will reach down to the male part and pollinate itself! Talk about taking matters into your own hands!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Ohio wetlands and river margins, rose mallow grows under full to partial sunlight and in wet or moderately wet soils. In the garden it will readily adapt to soils of average moisture if it is watered during especially dry periods. Growing 4-6 feet in height, rose mallow is a tall but sturdy plant that tends not to flop over. It also maintains its presence well in the face of competing vegetation, but is not an aggressive spreader. Producing its gorgeous blooms for approximately 1 month in mid-summer, rose-mallow is fairly resistant to deer-browse but is often a target of the Japanese beetle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotos by Julie Slater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":44040196817049,"sku":"HIBMOS_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":44040196849817,"sku":"HIBMOS_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Hibiscus_moscheutos_AZ.jpg?v=1744748877"},{"product_id":"iris-versicolor","title":"Iris versicolor","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white; margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eIn May and June, northern blue flag iris produces impossibly ornate blooms patterned in blue and yellow. Pollinators find the color combination to be as striking as we do, and they follow the yellow markings like paths that lead to nectar and pollen. Bumble bees are the plant’s main pollinator, and due to the flowers’ early bloom, many of these bees are queens foraging to feed their first offspring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white; margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eNorthern blue flag iris is a wetland plant, occurring in swamps, marshes, and along the margins of water bodies. In these places it typically occupies a zone that is too wet for grasses but not quite wet enough for cattails. In the garden, the plant likes full sun to part shade and soils of wet to moderately wet moisture. If grown in average moisture, which is typical of most yards, this iris will do fine as long as it gets watered during summer dry spells. Northern blue flag iris is so water tolerant that it can be grown in continuously standing water up to a depth of about 4”. This makes it the perfect plant for water gardens, pond edges, and wet parts of the yard that are difficult to vegetate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white; margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eSpreading slowly via rhizomes, northern blue flag iris is not an aggressive plant, but over time it will form a patch. The plant’s tall, linear leaves arise from its base and make a nice textural contrast with the foliage of other early season plants. For a lovely springtime trio, plant northern blue flag iris with golden alexander and smooth penstemon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"background: white; margin: 12.0pt 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;\"\u003eIn the Great Lakes region, northern blue flag iris’s range is a fascinating reflection of the area’s glacial history. The plant’s seeds float and are dispersed by water, often settling at the edges of lakes and wetlands. Some present-day populations of northern blue flag iris actually occur along what were once the shorelines of ancient glacial lakes. As the glaciers receded at the end of the last ice age, their meltwaters pooled, forming the precursors of the modern great lakes. Northern blue flag irises grew along the lake margins and their descendants still grow in some of these same locations, even though the lake boundaries have shifted considerably in the past 10-13,000 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhoto by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ashleykeesling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAshley Keesling\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meadow City","offers":[{"title":"4 inch pot","offer_id":44040197013657,"sku":"IRIVER_4","price":7.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon pot","offer_id":44040197046425,"sku":"IRIVER_G","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/1075\/5225\/files\/Iris_versicolor_1_AK_346c7857-cb02-44c5-8669-cd36af00e701.jpg?v=1744748876"}],"url":"https:\/\/meadowcitynursery.com\/collections\/lakewood-fundraiser.oembed?page=5","provider":"Meadow City","version":"1.0","type":"link"}