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Tried and True Native Plant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic
This lovely wildflower is native to woodlands and rocky slopes through much of eastern North America. Its nodding, bell-like flowers on delicate foliage attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The Virginia Native Plant Society honored Wild Columbine as Wildflower of the Year in 1998.
Our newest resource has information on tasks appropriate to the summer season and year-long practices to encourage and support local wildlife with native plants.
Tried and True Native Plant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic
Native to wet forests and stream banks of the southeastern U.S., this climbing vine has richly colored, sweetly fragrant flowers, although not as dramatic or as rampant as its Asian cousins. The Virginia Native Plant Society selected American Wisteria as Wildflower of the Year for 2021.
A vine is a plant that is too slender, flexible, or weak to support itself but climbs, twines, or trails along a surface to grow. If you're considering using vines to add another dimension to your garden, learn about their advantages and disadvantages and the havoc invasive vines can cause.
The Arlington County Fair is almost here! Drop by the Virginia Cooperative Extension booth for information and answers to your questions plus activities for adults and children.
Tried and True Native Plant Selections for the Mid-Atlantic
The wetland species of Southern Blue Flag and Northern Blue Flag (Iris versicolor) grow in Mid-Atlantic tidal marshes and wet meadows, but the former is mostly found from Virginia southward to Florida. Both share similar growth habits and showy flowers that attract hummingbirds.
