Plant Encyclopedia
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Acer spicatum: complete guide
Acer spicatum
Mountain maple offers fascinating yellow flowers and multi-stemmed habit. Ideal for woodland or semi-shaded garden spots in temperate zones.
Red baneberry (Actaea rubra): complete guide
Actaea rubra
Red baneberry: shade-loving North American woodland herb with white flowers and red berries. Grow, care, toxicity warnings - essential shade garden guide.
AsteraceaeAnnual agoseris: complete guide
Agoseris heterophylla
Annual agoseris is a charming wildflower from western North America with yellow flowers. This compact plant grows 20-40 centimeters and loves sunny, dry locations. Perfect for native gardens.
Narrowleaf onion: complete guide
Allium amplectens
Narrowleaf onion (Allium amplectens) is a native North American wild onion from California and Oregon with extremely fine leaves and pink flowers. Discover how to grow this drought-tolerant native in dry hills.
Andropogon virginicus: complete guide
Andropogon virginicus
Andropogon virginicus, commonly known as broomsedge bluestem, is an elegant native grass with striking autumn colors, blue-hued stems, and exceptional value for wildlife. Hardy and drought-tolerant.
Anticlea elegans: complete guide
Anticlea elegans
Anticlea elegans, commonly called white camas or mountain death camas, is an elegant alpine plant with delicate white-yellow flowers and distinctive blue-tinged foliage. Perfect for rock and alpine gardens.
Indian-hemp: complete guide
Apocynum cannabinum
Discover Indian-hemp, North American plant with elegant flowers, strong fibers and ecological benefits. Perfect for moisture-loving gardens.
Aralia nudicaulis: complete guide
Aralia nudicaulis
Virginia-sarsaparilla (Aralia nudicaulis) is a North American woodland plant with fine foliage and red berries. Perfect for shade, underplanting and ecological gardens.
Pacific madrone: complete guide
Arbutus menziesii
The Pacific madrone is a striking North American tree with velvety red bark and brilliant red berries. Slow-growing, drought-tolerant, and naturally sculptural, it rewards patience with decades of seasonal interest.
Bidens aristosa: complete guide
Bidens aristosa
Tickseed-sunflower from North America with yellow flowers and interesting seed heads. Annual plant for garden. Growing from seed and care tips.
Northeastern Sedge: complete guide
Carex cryptolepis
Northeastern sedge (Carex cryptolepis) is a subtle North American native plant perfect for wet areas. Learn about growing, care, and ecological benefits.
Carex jamesii: complete guide
Carex jamesii
Grass sedge from North America grows in woodland habitats from Ontario to Texas. Guide for moist soils, partial shade, and maintenance-free growth in Dutch gardens.
Carya glabra: complete guide
Carya glabra
Discover Carya glabra, the pignut hickory from North America. A majestic tree with autumn glory and valuable nuts.
Scarlet Indian Paintbrush: complete guide
Castilleja coccinea
Fiery red flowers in scarlet glory. Explore this North American native for wildflower gardens and pollinator values worldwide.
Ceanothus americanus: complete guide
Ceanothus americanus
Discover New Jersey tea, a North American deciduous shrub with showy white flower clusters. Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and wildlife-friendly for gardens.
Chamaecyparis thyoides: complete guide
Chamaecyparis thyoides
Discover Atlantic white cypress - an elegant North American conifer with fine foliage and whitish bark. Perfect for garden structure.
Clematis ligusticifolia: complete guide
Clematis ligusticifolia Nutt.
Discover Old Man's Beard, a hardy North American clematis with white flowers and silver seed heads. Learn how to grow, prune, and maintain this robust climbing vine for reliable year-round appeal.
Cyperus strigosus: complete guide
Cyperus strigosus
False nut sedge - a North American sedge with distinctive red fruits and fine foliage. Versatile water plant for gardens and marsh edges requiring minimal care.
Diervilla: complete guide
Diervilla lonicera
Discover the North American shrub diervilla or bush-honeysuckle. Learn about care, growing conditions and tips for this beautiful flowering shrub.
Pale echinacea: complete guide
Echinacea pallida
Pale echinacea is a native North American plant with elegant purple flowers. Learn how to grow this hardy perennial with practical tips and care advice.
Elaeagnus commutata: complete guide
Elaeagnus commutata
Silverberry: North American shrub with silvery foliage and fragrant flowers. Hardy, wind-resistant, valuable for birds. Low maintenance required.
Elymus canadensis: complete guide
Elymus canadensis
Canada wild rye: North American grass for erosion control. Extremely hardy, valuable for bird food, suitable for challenging terrain conditions.
Erythronium albidum: complete guide
Erythronium albidum
The white trout-lily (Erythronium albidum) is a delicate spring bloomer from North America. This small plant flowers with white blooms in March-April. Perfect for woodland gardens.
EuphorbiaceaeEuphorbia davidii: complete guide
Euphorbia davidii
Toothed spurge is a compact herbaceous gem with delicate yellow cyathia that bloom from summer to fall. Learn to grow this Southwest native with minimal fuss.