TN Nursery Blog

Oxeye Daisy

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Exploring Oxeye Daisy

The Oxeye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare) is a delightful wildflower that has graced fields, meadows, and gardens for centuries. With its simple yet striking white petals surrounding a golden center, this...

Goldenseal

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Exploring Goldenseal

Goldenseal is a herb native to North America, cherished for centuries for its medicinal properties. It's a beautiful plant with large, serrated leaves and small, white flowers, but its natural...

Blue Vervain

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Exploring Blue Vervain

Blue vervain, or Verbena hastata, is a plant that delivers much more than just its sheer magnificence. A tall, slender wildflower with clusters of vivid purple-blue spikes, this plant is...

Jewelweed

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Exploring Jewelweed

Jewelweed is a popular plant for gardeners interested in native species, and it can be found at many local nurseries or garden centers, especially those specializing in native plants. If...

Dutchman's Breeches

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Exploring Dutchman's Breeches

One of the greatest joys of growing Dutchman's Breeches is their ephemeral nature. They remind us that the garden is constantly evolving. This plant's fleeting bloom adds a dynamic, seasonal...

Yarrow

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Exploring Yarrow

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a timeless perennial that has captivated gardeners for centuries. It is admired for its hardiness, beauty, and medicinal properties. With its fern-like foliage and clusters of...

Blue Flag Iris

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Exploring Blue Flag Iris

Blue Flag Iris is ideal for adding vibrant blue to water gardens, rain gardens, or areas with consistently wet soil. Its ability to spread naturally, stabilize soil, and lure pollinators...

Wisteria

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Exploring Wisteria

Planting it at the right time, giving it space to grow, and committing to regular maintenance is vital to enjoying this majestic vine's benefits while avoiding potential pitfalls. With the...

Larkspur

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Exploring Larkspur

Larkspur and delphinium are two names often used interchangeably, but while they share a close botanical relationship, they are not precisely the same. Delphiniums belong to the Delphinium genus, while...

Sweet Violet

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Exploring Sweet Violet

Sweet Violet (Viola odorata) is a timeless plant cherished for its delicate fragrance and charming blossoms. This perennial has been a favorite in gardens for centuries, offering visual appeal and...

Jacob's Ladder

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Growing Jacob's Ladder

Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium caeruleum) is a charming perennial with delicate, fern-like foliage and clusters of bell-shaped flowers that appear in shades of blue, purple, or white. This woodland native plant...

Jack In The Pulpit

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Growing Jack In The Pulpit

By planting and nurturing Jack In The Pulpit, gardeners contribute to conserving a fascinating woodland species that might otherwise face increasing pressure in its natural environment. Whether you're looking to...