The Carya genus supports 200 butterfly and moth species (including rare Hickory Hairstreak Butterfly), nuts are eaten by lots of wildlife (including humans), and Tracy's favorite feature is that bats can roost under the shaggy bark.
A fantastic tree for wildlife - insects, birds, mammals (including bats). Even humans can eat the nuts (which the tree takes 40 years to produce). Large, slow growing, strong tree. Plant this tree for the next generation.
Great texture for the garden. Stays more compact in full sun conditions. May be cut back after blooming or groomed into a short hedge. Prefers moist sites but also grows in rocky sites.
Very interesting flowers ranging in color from white to purple; an early source of pollen for bees (mostly bumblebees). The plant disappears in summer, but will return again the following spring. Can be difficult to establish.
A spring ephemeral; rises and blooms quickly in spring, then disappears. Prefers rich, well-drained soil and afternoon shade from heat. Foliage poisonous to mammals.
This sedge can take a wide range of conditions. Good for a rain garden or ground cover. Short, mounding, with thin blades, and spiky oval seed heads with a golden brown fall color.
Sedges have edges – feel the triangular stems. These short, grass-like plants add texture to the garden and create a nice ground cover. Birds eat the seeds.
A study in KC showed that Solidago is one of the plant genera in our area that attracts the largest number of different bee species. This is a great option for a goldenrod with its showier flowers.
A rounded shrub with a more formal shape with beautiful flowers that attract many pollinators. Can tolerate many soil conditions but better in well-drained soil in hot and humid conditions.
Clump-forming, shorter grass, with an interesting seed head and autumn color. Food source or larval host for at least five types of skippers. May be used as a turf grass alternative.