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Partridgeberry Plant
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Partridgeberry Plants - Say goodbye to pests and weeds and discover the hidden benefits of the Mitchella Repens.
The partridgeberry plant, Mitchella repens, is a low-growing evergreen perennial native to North America. It's easy to maintain, spreads quickly, and stays green all year round. Plus, it provides many benefits, like improving soil quality, providing ground cover to protect other plants from pests and weeds, and providing food for birds.
Grow a more robust garden immune to pests and weeds with the powerful partridgeberry plant. Enjoy all its hidden advantages while creating an inviting habitat for your feathered friends.
Bring home the partridgeberry plant today and start reaping its benefits for your garden! Partridgeberry Plant, Mitchella Repens: Is a heavily shaded yard holding you back from enjoying lush greenery? The partridgeberry (Mitchella repens) might be the solution you need.
Partridgeberry is a low-growing perennial plant that grows in dense, highly-shaded woodlands. Due to its mat-like growth habit, trailing stems, and glossy, vibrant green leaves, TN Nursery advises customers to plant partridgeberry plants as a ground cover in shady areas.
Partridge Berry, A Plant of Many Names
If you are researching shade garden plants, you might also find partridgeberry listed under these names:
Squaw berry
Two-eyed berry
Running fox
Partridge berry (separated into two words)
These all refer to the same plant, Mitchella repens. Whatever name you may call it, you will enjoy the rich hues of the leaves and the clustered berries.
Partridgeberry is a woodland creeper that forms mat-like whorls along the forest floor. Its stems are smooth near the growing tip and have the sparsest of "hairs."
As the stems age, they spread by reproducing. They grow offshoots that emerge singly or in pairs from nodes below the previous year's fruit. After reproduction, branch stems emerge.
The partridge berry plant produces small, fragrant, white flowers in late spring and summer. After the blooms finish, elongated red berries appear. Partridgeberry fruit is edible, so harvest the berries to make jam or jelly.
Partridgeberry is native to North America.
It grows in forest habitats from New England, sweeping across to the Great Lakes region and as far south as Florida and Texas.
Partridgeberry is a trailing, evergreen vine. Its typical leaves are just under an inch long and may present solid green leaves or variegated white lines. A slender but sturdy stem supports the leaves and berries.
Because it is an evergreen plant, this ground cover is famous in pots and decorative planters. Gardeners and home decorators enjoy using Mitchella repens stems and berries for winter wreath making and other holiday decor. The color contrast of the red berries and green leaves makes a classic combination that instantly makes you think of making merry.
Partridge Berry is available to order at TN Nursery
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Wild Geranium
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Wild Geranium Plant
Wild geranium is a native woody perennial plant that blooms in shades of pink and purple. With thick foliage and evergreen leaves, this plant will add vibrant color and texture to your outdoor space all year round. Not only that, it's highly resilient and can withstand most weather conditions.
Be the envy of your neighborhood with a lush garden full of wild geranium. Get creative by mixing and matching the plants in your yard to create an artistic display that will make all your neighbors jealous.
Start sprucing up your outdoor space with wild geranium today! Add vibrant color to your garden, balcony, or patio - it's never been easier.
Geranium maculatum, or simply geranium for short, is one of TN Nursery's best-selling plants. The woodland perennial native puts on a magnificent display of lavender or purple for about a month each year, blossoming from late spring through early summertime.
This species is a cold-hardy perennial native to North America. It enjoys great popularity from Canada through the American south to the western United States.
Geraniums Are Beloved by Gardeners
Why do gardeners love geraniums so much? Here are three excellent reasons to invest in this set of two geraniums:
Fast spreading: Besides the obvious fact--their inherent beauty--they are quick spreaders because they spread through an underground shoot as well as self-seed. This rapid growth allows gardeners in almost every USDA growing zone to fill entire beds with color relatively quickly.
Attracting pollinators: Geraniums are fantastic in a pollinator garden. Their bright hues attract colorful butterflies, hummingbirds, and bumblebees. These species help ensure a healthy ecosystem.
A low-care plant: Geraniums don't demand much care. They are happy in partial- to full sun, with occasional fertilizing and minimal water during dry spells. They are drought-tolerant; they will return to life after the first refreshing rainfall if a heat wave leaves them frazzled.
Geranium maculatum Has a Lovely Appearance.
In optimized growing conditions, geraniums can reach almost two feet at maturity--a very nice size for a garden border or in a sunny garden bed.
The leaves and stems of geranium maculatum are rich and dark green. They create pretty foliage that perfectly sets off the rich jewel-toned flowers. Each bloom has five gently rounded petals measuring one to two inches. Each petal has a small lift that lends a shallow cup shape to the flower. The colors are generally rich pink, purple, or lavender. However, white or blush pink flowers may also occur.
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Bird's Foot Violet
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Bird's Foot Violet (Viola pedata)
Make your garden stand out with stunning birds' foot violet perennials! Birds foot violet perennials are an eye-catching addition to any outdoor area. With their unique foliage, these hardy plants will draw attention and be the centerpiece of your garden. The deep purple flowers last throughout the season and make a great addition to any landscape. Bird's foot violet perennials will stay healthy and vibrant for years with minimal care.
Bring a unique and lovely look to your garden with these perennials, and enjoy the freshness all year round! Enjoy the vibrant color of these gorgeous flowers and the low-maintenance care that comes with them. Make sure to experience the joy of having these delightful flowers in your outdoor area!
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Bird's Foot Violet: Viola pedata, or the Bird's Foot Violet, is a lovely herbaceous perennial plant with showy blue or violet flowers that add color to the late-spring garden.
Bird's Foot Violet is a sun-loving flower that can tolerate a little filtered shade. It is a North American native species, found naturally growing in meadows, along ditch banks, and in woodland clearings from southern New England through the mid-south and west across the open prairies of the upper midwest.
It prefers de-compacted soil, and you will fertilize it about twice yearly--in the early spring and the fall. In late autumn, gardeners in northern climates often add a protective blanket of hardwood mulch. Although Bird's Foot Violet likes moisture, it does not like wet feet, so plan a spot where rainwater does not stand.
Besides routine maintenance, Bird's Foot Violet is easy to grow.
Where to Plant Bird's, Foot Violet
TN Nursery suggests Bird's Foot Violet if you have a sunny spot that needs a touch of late spring color.
Plant Bird's Foot Violet in these spots:
Near a garden walkway
Fairy Garden
Rock garden
Flower bed
Garden border
Mass plantings
In deep pots or containers
The Magnificent Beauty of Bird's Foot Violet
Bird's Foot Violet gets its name from the unique appearance of its leaves--they grow in a shape that resembles a bird's foot! The leaves are silvery green, elongated to about three inches, and lobed in a way that looks like a claw.
The flowers have four petals--the two upper petals are usually blue, and the lower petals may be a richer shade, like purple or violet. The two-toned effect is stunning.
Bird's Foot Violet grows to about eight inches high and wide, a reasonably sized plant you can use in many settings.
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Sweet Violet
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Sweet Violet
Sweet violets are short, groundcover perennial plants that add a deep purple color and texture to your outdoor space. With a graceful, trailing vine, they produce fragrant, colorful flowers throughout the spring and summer months. These hardy plants come in various colors, from vibrant blues and purples to deep reds and velvety blacks. Their easy-care nature makes them perfect for novice and experienced gardeners alike!
Bring some natural beauty into your garden with sweet violets. They are easy to grow and require minimal care, making them an ideal choice for those with busy lifestyles. The sweet scent of the flowers can even attract pollinators like bees or butterflies too!
Start creating your perfect outdoor oasis with sweet violets today! Shop our selection of these beautiful perennial plants.
Violets: There might be no greater pleasure than spotting the first springtime violets. These adorable flowers grow throughout almost every USDA growing zone. While these perennial plants prefer semi-shade, they will also tolerate sunshine, especially if you have plentiful rainfall to cool them.
Violets are one particular flower among a large variety that includes verbena, catmint, violas, pansies, and bellflower. Your violets might be white, blue, purple, lavender, or blue-violet. You might even get a combination of two of these colors together. Seeing the color is part of the fun!
Better yet–violets are prolific bloomers that require little to no care from you.
Sweet Violets use in Your Landscape.
Violets as ground cover plants: These plants grow by spreading from a robust underground root system. Once you plant them, they will begin to spread. Because they multiply relatively quickly, you can use them as a ground cover; however, remember their diminutive size and plan for plenty of plants to establish good coverage.
Violets add color to your garden: The stunning colors make them beautiful for adding color anywhere. They are charming when you plant them in front of an evergreen hedge. The contrast of the greens and the purples, blues, or whites makes a bold statement.
Violets in a border garden: If you want to add violets to your border garden, they will go to the front. Their full-grown height is only a few inches high! Despite their small stature, their eye-popping colors make them worth the inclusion.
Violets are perfect in pots or containers in an urban garden: City dwellers can enjoy these sweet little flowers. Placing large clusters in colorful pots or containers can make an enormous visual impact in a small urban garden.
The Charm of Sweet Violets
Violets have broad, bright green stems and leaves. They bear flowers in a wild array of colors. Each flower has four rounded petals measuring less than 1/4" across.
The overall height of violets is only three to four inches. They are cute and short but never short on color.
Violets are available to purchase at TN Nursery.
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White Violet
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White Violets (Viola canadensis)
White violets, also known as Viola canadensis, are flowering perennials that belong to the Violaceae family. They are native to North America and can grow in wooded areas, streams, and other moist habitats.White violets typically grow about 6-12 inches tall and have heart-shaped leaves and small, delicate white flowers. They bloom in the spring and early summer and are often used in gardens and landscaping as ground cover or border plants.In addition to their ornamental value, white violets have medicinal properties. They have been used traditionally to treat various ailments, including headaches, coughs, and skin irritations. These delicate perennials are also a source of antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.
White Violets: Viola canadensis, white violets, are a self-seeding perennial growing in the cooler USDA growing zones. The flowers are striking--snowy white with a delicate purple brushstroke.
A North American native species, white violets occur in nature on the rich, moist floors of the hardwood forests of Canada, New England, across the Great Lakes, and into the upper plains. This perennial loves moisture, filtered shade, and organic materials.
Where to Plant Viola canadensis in Your Landscape
White violets stay under twelve inches tall; the reasonable size makes them ideal for use in many locations. Here are a few places to use white violets:
Border garden
Shade garden
Along a walkway
Mass plantings
Near a fountain or water feature
Along a shaded walkway
Loosen the soil in a shady area to encourage quick drainage, and amend the soil with compost, shredded leaves, or hardwood mulch. White violets will also flower in heavily shaded areas, but the blooms will be less bountiful. It does not prefer full sunshine.
White violets are deer-resistant but will attract butterflies, moths, bumblebees, and other pollinator insects.
The Light and Airy Look of White Violets
White violets form small clumps up to twelve inches wide. The stem is burgundy to purple and narrow. The leaves create a lovely heart shape with gently scalloped edges and a pronounced tip. They are a true green, about four inches long and three inches wide. Fine hairs may be present along the edges.
Singular flowers measure an inch or less and display five petals with a cheerful yellow middle. The angelic white petals have a slight brush of purple on the lower petal and are about one inch across.
Blossoms open up and put on their show at the end of the spring and into early summertime.
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Bugleweed Plant
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Bugleweed Ajuga Plant
A Beautiful evergreen groundcover with delicate lavender blooms all summer long
The bugleweed ajuga plant spreads into dense mats of attractive foliage topped with whorls of flowers of lavender or sometimes violet (color dependent on your soil ph) that blooms from May to June. The leaves come in shades of green, purple, and cream, mottled with pink or bronze. Because it grows more comprehensively than tall, ajuga makes an excellent ground cover for its good looks and its suppression of weeds. It grows via underground stolons, and its botanical name means “creeping.” Though it does prefer moist, rich soil, it can do well in dry soils. For the best foliage, plant in an area with at least three to four hours of sun daily.
Bugleweed Ajuga perennial is a fast grower and easy to grow. It needs little care, planted in hot and humid climates so air can circulate freely around them. If the ajuga plants become too crowded, they can be divided in the spring or fall, and they should be cut back when the flowers fade to highlight the beautiful foliage.
Bugleweed Ajuga Plants are highly sought after for weed control, to stop soil erosion, and as a beautiful groundcover plant
When planting, put the plants 6 to 9 inches apart. Ajuga can tolerate the depredations of rabbits and deer and can be planted near black walnut trees, which often poison other plants. It’s an ideal plant for those shady areas where few plants with pretty flowers will grow. Ajuga also beautifies slopes and banks and provides lovely areas of color around shrubs and trees. It does well for gardeners who don’t want large plant areas in containers and rock gardens.
Climate Zone: 3 to 9
Mature Height: 6 to 9 inches
Mature Width: 6 to 12 inches
Sunlight: Full sun to light shade
Soil Conditions: Acid, well-drained loam
Botanical Name: Ajuga reptans
Ship As: Bare root plant
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Ajuga Reptans
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Ajuga reptans (Bugleweed)
Make your summer garden bloom with ajuga reptans! The ajuga reptans plant is an evergreen perennial with dark green leaves and deep blue flowers. This vibrant, eye-catching flower can thrive in any warm climate without much maintenance and makes a great addition to any garden.
No matter your gardening experience, you can easily add this beautiful flower to your home. The ajuga reptans plant will bring color to even the dullest gardens, adding depth and texture to your outdoor space. It's an ideal choice for those looking to spruce up their garden with minimal effort!
Choose the ajuga reptans plant today – it'll make your garden bloom!
Bugleweed: Do you need a fast-spreading groundcover plant for natural weed control? This plant is amazing with purple blooms in spring and summer.
Ajuga reptans is a native plant to western Asia and Europe.
Ajuga reptans will display a show of color in the mid-spring. That's when you will see tall spikes of vibrant purple flowers that will pop against your landscaping. The plant's flowers are tubular, with two unequal lips. Flowers are clustered along the stems and may reach eight or ten inches tall. As the flowers fade in the heat, the foliage becomes more prominent.
Though its flowers are attractive, the foliage is the real star. During the warm days of the early to mid-spring, Ajuga reptans plants develop rich, dark green foliage. The greenery creates a mat of leaves, often forming attractive whorls. Later in the season, the leaves show off bronze and burgundy tones in autumn.
Ajuga reptans Will Cover Your Ground Quickly
Ajuga reptans perennials spread quickly. Each plant can extend as far as eighteen inches wide. The spread of bugleweed is similar to grass--it sends out several small stems that take root nearby and grow new plants. The significant and rapid growth of these new groundcover plants means you can quickly fill in a gardening bed. Once the bugleweed takes over, your weeds will be a distant memory.
Although Ajuga reptans prefers shady to semi-shade growing conditions, it is a vigorous and resilient plant that can adapt to sunshine in most growing zones.
This plant is also relatively maintenance-free if you plant it in a spot with reasonably good drainage. The plant might require minimal care, such as cutting back runners two or three times a year and cutting the flower spikes after they finish their show of blooms.
This groundcover plant tolerates moist to moderately dry soil and has a centralized root system. Bugleweed is unfussy and grows in most soil conditions without much help from the gardener--this makes Ajuga reptans an ideal garden solution for anyone who wants a plant that will take over, choke out weeds, and remain carefree and beautiful for a long season.
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Wild Ginger
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Discover the beauty of Wild Ginger Asarum canadense
The European ginger plant (Asarum europaeum) is a perennial plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a member of the Aristolochiaceae family and is commonly grown for its attractive foliage and unusual flowers.
The plant has glossy, dark green, heart-shaped leaves often marked with white or silver veining. The flowers are small, bell-shaped, and dark maroon color, and appear in late spring or early summer. They are often hidden under the foliage and are pollinated by ants.
The European ginger plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is sometimes used as a ground cover in shady areas of the garden, where its low-growing habit and attractive foliage can be appreciated. The plant is also used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
While the European ginger plant is generally considered safe for humans and pets, it should not be consumed in large quantities as it contains high doses of aristolochic acid, which can be toxic.
Wild ginger (Asarum canadense) is a perennial plant native to eastern North America. It is a member of the birthwort family (Aristolochiaceae) and is not related to the ginger commonly used in cooking, which belongs to the Zingiberaceae family.Wild ginger typically grows in moist, shady woodland areas and can reach a height of up to 30 centimeters (12 inches). It has large, heart-shaped leaves and a unique, bell-shaped flower that grows close to the ground. The flowers are typically a deep red-brown and have a strong, spicy scent similar to natural ginger.The root of wild ginger has historically been used for medicinal purposes by Native American tribes, who brewed it into teas and poultices to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, fevers, headaches, and digestive issues. One important thing to know about this shade perennials is that the root of wild ginger contains aristolochic acid, which can be toxic in large doses and may cause kidney damage or cancer. Therefore, it is not recommended for internal use without the supervision of a trained herbalist or healthcare provider.
Wild Ginger Asarum canadense is a hardy, evergreen ground cover perfect for areas with poor soil conditions. It has beautiful, deep green foliage and produces small, purple flowers in late spring or early summer. It's also deer-resistant and easy to maintain, making it a great addition to any flower bed or garden.Transform your outdoor spaces with the unique beauty of Wild Ginger Asarum canadense. With its deep green foliage and small purple flowers, it's sure to make your landscape stand out from the rest. Plus, it's hardy, deer-resistant, and easy to maintain — making it an ideal choice for any flower bed or garden.
Start beautifying your outdoor spaces today with Wild Ginger Perennials
Wild ginger: Asarum candenese, or the wild ginger plant, is a North American, perennial native species that originated deep in the rich, shaded forests of the east coast to the Appalachian mountains.
Early explorers found wild gingers in shaded valleys, on high wooded slopes, and under dense canopies of forests. This plant is a true shade-lover and will not fare well in sunny conditions.
However, when you plant wild ginger in a habitat that recreates those optimal conditions, you create the perfect environment for a hardy, low-maintenance plant. You will do some prep work to plant wild ginger, including selecting a profoundly shaded spot and adding well-amended, loose soil with high moisture but good drainage.
Wild ginger has a mildly spicy fragrance that might remind you of sipping a cup of that old cure-all: ginger ale.
Wild Ginger Makes Excellent Ground Cover in a Shade Garden
Deeply shaded gardens can present a tricky challenge. Not many pretty perennials seem to prefer full shade, gardeners often lament. That's when TN Nursery recommends wild ginger. Because of its affinity for deep shade, Asarum candenese works beautifully in those yards.
Plant it as a ground cover in the deepest shade, and it will spread well, filling in the bare spots over several growing seasons.
The Handsome Good Looks of Wild Ginger
Wild ginger leaves are lovely emerald green in color. They are large, measuring about six inches long and wide, and form a heart-like shape. Pronounced veins give the leaves a somewhat leathery look on the top. Despite the leather-like appearance, the leaves are soft to the touch.
The plant produces tiny, bell-shaped, coppery flowers with a slightly fuzzy finish. However, they are so dainty and camouflage so well with the stems that they remain hidden by the large leaves.
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European Ginger
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European Ginger (Asarum arifolium)
European Ginger: Asarum arifolium, previously Hexastylis arifolia, is the standard European ginger. Despite its reference to Europe, this evergreen species is a native North American perennial that originated in the humid forests of the southeast.
Besides European Ginger, here are a few additional common names for this adorable evergreen plant:
Arrowhead Wild Ginger
Heartleaf Ginger
Heartleaf Wild Ginger
Little Brown Jugs
Green Valentine
TN Nursery recommends this plant in the mid-south and midwest's moderate planting zones.
European Ginger Is an Excellent Shade Garden Ground Cover
Finding the best plants for a shade garden can be challenging--European Ginger is one pretty perennial that flourishes in the deepest shade.
It loves moist soil that drains well. It is happiest when it beds down in plenty of organic material. When you plant European ginger, add a generous scoop of mulch, grass clippings, peat moss, or shredded leaves. It loves these materials.
The Lovely Green Foliage Makes European Ginger a Popular Choice
European Ginger is a favorite of TN Nursery customers who need to add profuse greenery to a shady spot.
The foliage is impressive. Each leaf can measure as much as six inches long and wide. Some gardeners describe the shape of the leaf as a blunt, rounded arrowhead. But others explain that it makes an abstract heart shape. The leaves have veins that create a crackled or leathery appearance.
The plant produces tiny, light burgundy to brown, jug-shaped flowers with a soft, peach fuzz texture. However, these are fairy blossoms--so small that the many leaves tend to conceal them.
During the middle to end of summer, European Ginger will produce tiny berries. They are inedible to humans, but your backyard birds will enjoy harvesting them.
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Virginia Spring Beauty
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Virginia Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica
The Virginia spring beauty plant, also known as Claytonia virginica, is a small herbaceous perennial wildflower native to eastern North America, including the eastern United States and Canada. It typically grows to be about 5-15 cm in height and has pink or white flowers that bloom in the spring, usually from March to May.The Virginia spring beauty plant prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in various habitats, including woodlands, meadows, and wetlands. It is often one of the first plants to bloom in the spring and is an essential early-season food source for pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.In addition to its ecological importance, the Virginia spring beauty plant has also been used for medicinal purposes by indigenous peoples. The plant was traditionally used to treat various ailments, including skin irritations, respiratory infections, and digestive issues.
Virginia Spring Beauty: Claytonia virginica, or the Virginia spring beauty, is one of the first plants to awaken and emerge as the snow melts. The sunshine begins to warm the soil. TN Nursery customers adore this plant for the early- to middle-spring blossoms.
Virginia spring beauty is a North American native species, first spotted in New England but flourishing today in almost every USDA growing zone. The perennial flower prefers full-shade to partial-shade and is an easy-care, unfussy woodland native.
Aside from routine maintenance, such as regular mulching with woody materials and watering, gardeners can practically ignore this charming little plant. It resists pests, drought, and mildew and will perform well for many years.
Virginia Spring Beauty Spreads by Tubers and Seeds
Although most use Virginia spring beauty in a shade garden or natural woodland garden setting, others use it as a ground cover plant.
It is low-growing, reaching a maximum height of only six inches high. Also, it spreads by tubers, a network of underground shoots, and by dropping seeds. Because it reproduces by two methods, it can fill a shady area relatively quickly; thus, it can play a role as a lovely, flowering ground cover.
The Ephemeral Appearance of Virginia Spring Beauty
Virginia spring beauty's straight, round, smooth stem is a lovely green hue with red or maroon spots. Leaves are about a half-inch wide and look like thick blades of grass. The leaves occur in pairs along the stem, reaching six to twelve inches long.
The flowers grow in loose, eye-pleasing clusters that have star-shaped blossoms. Each bloom has five oval, smooth-edged petals with a blush-colored background and vibrant pink pinstripes. The flower's center is yellow or yellow-green and pink. The look is heavenly.
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Claytonia virginica makes a reliable springtime appearance every year. Order yours today to brighten up your shaded areas.
Twinleaf Plant
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Twinleaf (Jeffersonia diphylla)
Twinleaf (Jeffersonia diphylla) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America, found in forests and woodlands. It is named after Thomas Jefferson, a friend and contemporary of the botanist who first described the plant, William Bartram.The plant has distinctive, fan-shaped leaves divided into two leaflets, hence the common name "twinleaf." The leaves emerge in early spring, followed by delicate white or pinkish flowers blooming in April and May. The flowers are cup-shaped and have eight petals arranged in two whorls.Twinleaf has several medicinal uses in traditional medicine, including treating coughs, fever, and digestive problems. It contains several compounds that has shown proof of its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may contribute to its therapeutic effects. However, as with all medicinal plants, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional before using twinleaf for medicinal purposes.
Twinleaf: TN Nursery proudly offers Jeffersonia diphylla, or twinleaf, a North American native species. It originated in the moist deciduous forests and woodlands of eastern North America. Despite its origins, this plant will also grow well in the moderate temperatures of the midwest and mid-south regions.
Gardeners prize the twinleaf for its spectacular green stems and leaves and its lovely flowers appearing soon after the first leaves enter springtime.
Although twinleaf does produce charming blooms, it is a perennial shrub that grows up to three feet tall.
Twinleaf Plant-The Ethereal Appearance
Twinleaf blooms in the early days of spring--in March through May, depending on local conditions--when everyone is ready for the cheery nature of flowers.
Each flower contains eight white petals with softly-rounded edges and a light green to yellow center. They may appear in small, eye-pleasing clusters or singly, in the lovely, random perfection that only Mother Nature can produce. The flowers have a pleasant, soft floral aroma.
"twinleaf" refers to the leaves, which are light- to medium-green in color and form in pairs or twins. Each pair has a heavenly appearance, similar in shape to an angel's wings emerging from a thin, woody stem.
Where to Use the Twinleaf Plant in Your Garden
Twinleaf prefers full shade, although it can tolerate filtered shade. It has an attractive appearance that will serve you well as an ornamental shrub but can also serve as a specimen in a shade garden.
Like most native species, twinleaf does not demand much care. If you plant it in the shade, amend the soil with fertilizer in the early spring and fall, and water it during dry spells, it will give you years of pleasure.
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Hepatica
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Hepatica nobilis
The Hepatica plant, also known as Hepatica nobilis or liverwort, is a small perennial herb that belongs to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). This well-loved perennial is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, growing in woodland and rocky areas.The Hepatica plant has a distinctive appearance, with its roundish, three-lobed leaves often mottled with reddish-purple or green. It produces white to pink, blue, and violet flowers, with six to twelve petals and numerous stamens.The Hepatica plant has been used in traditional medicine for various ailments, including liver disorders, jaundice, coughs, and colds. However, its medicinal properties have not been scientifically proven, and it should not be used without consulting a healthcare provider.The Hepatica plant is also valued in gardening for its early spring blooms and attractive foliage, and it is a popular choice for rock gardens and woodland landscapes.
Hepatica nobilis: Formerly Hepatica nobilis (the name we still use here at TN Nursery), Hepatica acutiloba, aka liverwort or liverleaf, is a native woodland flower from the Eastern forests of North America.
Hepatica nobilis is an easy-growing species closely related to the buttercup. It flourishes in the partial shade of fully shaded locations and prefers to take root in rich soil, complete with organic matter. Although it can tolerate short drought spells, it loves moisture--peat moss makes an excellent companion plant to minimize your work at meeting these requirements.
If you recreate the woodland environment for this darling species, your work will be minimal--provide occasional watering during the hottest periods of the year.
The Graceful Woodland Charm of Hepatica nobilis
Liverleaf is a shorter plant reaching a mature height of around twelve inches. These plants grow in attractive clumps that give them a thick, lush look.
The stems are dark green and upright. Emerald green leaves are oval with a pronounced tip and grow in threes. They stay green from spring until autumn and turn an attractive amber or red in the fall.
The white flowers have six or more oval petals that form a shallow cup shape. Each fresh white blossom is tiny--under an inch wide. The flowers' centers are a fresh and vibrant hue of spring green. They are a welcome sight, awakening early and brightening your day during the cold spring weather.
Where to Plant Liverwort Plant
Hepatica nobilis needs very little sunshine to give you a profuse, breathtaking wash of bright springtime color.
Plant it in large clusters in shady flower beds, as an early spring border planting, or near a shady water garden. Even after the dainty flowers make their exit, once the temperatures warm up for the growing season, you will have the rich green foliage to enjoy all season long.
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Tall Annual Phlox
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Tall Phlox
Tall phlox (Phlox paniculata) is a flowering plant commonly grown in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its tall, upright growth habit, which can reach heights of up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) or more.
The plant produces clusters of fragrant, colorful flowers and blooms ranging from pink, purple, white, and red. The flowers are held on long stems that rise above the foliage, creating a showy display.
Tall phlox prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is generally easy to grow and maintain but may require staking to keep tall stems upright in windy conditions. It also benefits from regular watering during dry periods and occasional fertilization with a balanced fertilizer.
Tall phlox is famous for cottage gardens, borders, and cut flower arrangements. It attracts pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds to the garden, making it an excellent choice for wildlife enthusiasts.
Tall Annual Phlox: The tall phlox plants you will receive when you order from TN Nursery are second to none and add height, texture, and color to anywhere in the garden that needs a touch of classic elegance.
Tall Annual Phlox paniculata Is a Native Species Thrives Throughout Most of the United States.
The Phlox paniculata plant is native to North America. It grows naturally throughout most of the country, from New England to the south and westernmost states.
New World settlers noted the species shortly after landing on the continent. Philadelphia nurseryman John Bartram reported sending specimens back to England in 1737.
Phlox paniculata grows in moist woodlands, fields, and lightly shaded riverbanks. It is a hardy, easy-care perennial that will delight you for many years.
The Elegant Look of Tall Phlox Pairs Well With Other Species
Tall phlox deserves a spot in the back row of a border garden. Indeed, the three- to four-foot height makes it perfect for mixing it into the border with your other specimens.
But don't stop there--let your imagination run wild! You can use tall phlox in any full-sun to partial-shade flower beds or gardens.
Those leggy stems are charming as a cut flower tucked into a sweet tabletop arrangement.
Tall Phlox Displays Elegant Flowers
Phlox paniculata flowers are about one inch in diameter, fragrant, and borne in panicles that cluster around the stem. Flowers are white, various shades of pink, or light purple. The centers of the blooms are pale yellow to white.
Tall phlox blooming season starts in early summer and can run through September in some growing zones. You can expect blooms to show their colors for approximately six weeks.
The Phlox paniculata plant grows erect, seemingly reaching for the sun. The leaves have tiny peach fuzz hairs, and the stems are upright. The upper stem looks tall at first glance. But you can rest assured--it is plenty sturdy to hold its own and show off the flowers it supports.
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Blood Root
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Blood Root (Sanguinaria canadensis)
Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is a flowering plant native to North America. This perennial herb belongs to the poppy family. The plant gets its name from the reddish-orange sap in its roots, which Native Americans traditionally used as a dye and for medicinal purposes.
Bloodroot has several traditional uses, including as an emetic, as a treatment for coughs and respiratory ailments, and as a topical treatment for skin conditions such as warts and skin tags. However, it should be noted that using bloodroot is not supported by modern medical research, and the plant can be toxic if ingested or misused.
Bloodroot is also a popular ornamental plant, prized for its early spring blooms and attractive foliage. It is often used in woodland gardens or naturalized areas and can be grown in various soil types and light conditions. However, it should be planted with shade because it thrives in partial sun.
Blood Root: Sanguinaria canadensis, or bloodroot, is a North American native perennial species named for its most intriguing characteristic. When someone cuts into this plant, the root system will leak a crimson fluid that resembles blood.
Early North Carolina and Virginia settlers first noted this plant as a species that the Indigenous people of the east coast relied on, using the plant's "blood" as a dye for clothing, body paint, and decorative applications.
Other common names for this plant include the following:
Bloodwort
Bloodroot (a one-word variation)
Red puccoon
Canadia puccoon
Black paste
This plant flourishes in the semi-shade; it can tolerate a full-shade spot in the garden, although it may produce fewer blossoms.
Sanguinaria canadensis Is Easy to Love
Sanguinaria canadensis grows in the most moderate growing zones in the United States, from New England to the mid-south and west across the mid-west prairies.
In nature, bloodroot grows in clearings where sunshine dapples the forest floor. It thrives in rich organic matter.
If you replicate its preferred conditions, it is an easy-to-please plant: semi-shade, enriched woody soil, and moderate moisture. It is disease-resistant, drought-tolerant, and resilient.
The Woodland Charm of Blood Root
Each bloodroot plant bears five to nine lobed leaves with well-defined, rounded teeth. The leaves are relatively small, usually about four to six inches long.
The flowers bloom in the early spring. Each blossom has eight to twelve gossamer, pure white petals. Like the leaves, the flowers are petite, only three inches across at the most. The flower centers are a sunny yellow.
Despite the small size of this lovely plant, the early season color makes it well worth including in a shade garden.
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Squirrel Corn
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Squirrel Corn (Dicentra canadensis)
Squirrel corn is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It belongs to the family Papaveraceae and the genus Dicentra. The scientific name of squirrel corn is Dicentra canadensis.The plant grows about 6 to 12 inches tall and has finely divided, fern-like leaves. It produces small, white, or pinkish heart-shaped flowers that bloom in spring. The flowers are followed by small, white, nut-like tubers that resemble corn kernels, hence the name "squirrel corn."
Squirrel corn is commonly found in woodlands and other shaded areas and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Often used as a ground cover in shaded gardens and is highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
While squirrel corn is not toxic to humans or animals, it is not commonly used for culinary or medicinal purposes. However, some Native American tribes have historically used the tubers of squirrel corn as a food source.
Squirrel Corn: Dicentra canadensis, or Squirrel Corn, is a lovely perennial wildflower. TN Nursery recommends this North American native species for customers in the cooler USDA growing zones from the New England region across the Great Lakes, the upper south, and the midwestern areas.
Dicentra canadensis takes its unique common name from the little white flower, which dangles from its stem like a white nugget of corn.
These plants are perfect for a shade garden or cottage garden. Gardeners adore this species for its uncomplicated nature, good looks, and charming little flowers.
Where to Plant Squirrel Corn
Squirrel corn will treasure a spot in filtered sun or partial shade. Although Dicentra canadensis will tolerate shade, it will not produce as many blossoms.
This perennial prefers de-compacted, fertile soil and about an inch of water per week. However, it does not tolerate standing water, so ensure the planting site provides sufficient quick drainage.
Squirrel Corn plants are lovely planted in these locations:
Mass plantings
Shade garden
Rock garden
Flower beds
Cottage garden
Fairy Garden
This plant is relatively self-sufficient if you select the perfect semi-shade location and give it ample water, especially during summertime.
The Casual Charm of Dicentra canadensis
The leaves of the Dicentra canadensis plant are soft, showy, and a lovely dark green, with a fern-like appearance. Leaves may reach six inches long and have a full, lush look.
The plant's stems are burgundy or brown and form a graceful arch as the flowers develop, adding weight for them to bear.
The Squirrel Corn variety grown by TN Nursery has white flowers, and they often have a slight tinge of baby pink accentuating their delicate good looks. They have two petals that meet in the middle to form a heart shape. Some gardeners say this heart-shaped flower looks like a cute pendant dangling from a necklace.
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