With a wide, rounded crown and interesting bark, this makes a great specimen for a yard. Oak trees support the most number of Lepidoptera species in the Eastern US.
Takes more shade than other Callirhoes, but still wants lots of sun. Stays more upright than C. involucrata, especially with assistance of other short perennials or grasses. Host of the Gray Hairstreak butterfly.
One of the most popular milkweeds, due to its unique color and short stature, but not the monarch's favorite. Can be difficult to establish; don't over-water.
A cool-season grass that grows in many conditions. Seedheads remain through winter to add winter interest to your garden and provide food for birds. Seeds well in disturbed soils, but may be pushed out by other species over time.
Beautiful rain garden plant. Attracts hummingbirds. If it disappears from the garden, rake a bear spot in the garden to allow the seedbank to germinate.
Annual, so make sure seeds reach bare ground for replanting. Cute little purple flowers attract hummingbirds. Can get weedy. "Clammy" because of the sticky stems.
As the common name indicates, it can be grown in stone walls. 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.
Spreads aggressively through rhizomes, so better suited for a larger, wild garden. Great pollinator plant. Historically used for many medicinal purposes - all parts of plant are toxic and bitter.
Monarch butterfly candy - they love this milkweed! Spreads rapidly; can be "weedy." Plant with grasses or other competitive perennials and/or weed regularly.