This is one of my favorite plants! I was truly amazed by Phlox paniculata ‘Jeana’! I do not plant butterfly bushes as they are not native and are invasive. Instead, Phlox paniculata is a wonderful native plant to North America and attracts butterflies all summer. Gorgeous pink or lavender blooms, upright and low maintenance— I planted three along my fence. This year I will add more on the other side of the fence so that the neighbors can enjoy them…
Hemerocallis fulva While there are Day Lilies native to the area, Orange Day Lilies are. They were brought to the United States in the 19th century and once planted spread rapidly through their roots and can be invasive creating dense patches that natives can’t penetrate. That being said, many gardeners (including early owners of the Arboretum) value them for their hardiness and enjoy watching them open one flower at a time that lasts one day. They last a long…
Lonicera sempervirens Common Name: Trumpet Honeysuckle This was the plant that I was most excited to purchase this past spring. Lonicera sempervirens is a Pennsylvania native vine that is tame enough for use in a home landscape. I planted my 12” young vine after relocating a struggling Clematis that had never fulfilled my vision for the trellis next to the patio. Trumpet Honeysuckle will grow to approximately 15 feet and can be trimmed back as necessary. Attracts hummingbirds! Although my…
Echinacea purpurea Common Name: Purple coneflower Native to eastern North America, Coneflowers are found in many gardens and are easy to grow in average to clay soils or dry conditions. They require full sun. Coneflowers are the blooming stars of the gardens this week! Information on Echinacea purpurea Paula Ziegler is a local resident who has a concern for the fate of bees, butterflies and all wildlife which inspires her to find solutions to creating wildlife habitat gardens that fit into…
Asclepias tuberosa Common Name: Butterfly Weed Do you want to add a vibrant orange to your garden? This is another form of milkweed and is beneficial to butterflies. Drought tolerant, this plant is a great addition to the home landscape. Butterfly Weed details here Paula Ziegler is a local resident who has a concern for the fate of bees, butterflies and all wildlife which inspires her to find solutions to creating wildlife habitat gardens that fit into the look…