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Geum
Posted by Aaron Barton on Apr 6th 2023
Geum (Avens/Prairie Smoke) One of the first perennials to emerge in the spring, Geum (JEE-um), commonly known as avens, is a distinctly ch...
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Tiarella
Posted by Aaron Barton on Apr 4th 2023
Tiarella (Foamflower) Bringing bright blooms and lasting foliage interest to shadier spaces, Tiarella (tee-uh-RELL-uh), of the Saxifrage f...
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Ratibida
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 30th 2023
Ratibida (Prairie/Gray-Headed Coneflower) Glowing with bright summer color and unique thimble-like blooms, Ratibida, of the Aster family,...
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Epimedium
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 30th 2023
Epimedium (Barrenwort) A standout shady perennial in both its utility and its beauty, Epimedium (ep-i-MEE-di-um), or barrenwort, of the barberry family, Berberidaceae (though unproblemat...
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Ferns
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 29th 2023
Perennial Ferns One of the most widely recognized residents of shady perennial beds, woodland gardens, and natural areas, ferns are fascin...
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Stachys
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Stachys (Lambs' Ears/Betony) Stachys are a unique grouping of plants that, in addition to their blooms, shine in some les...
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Clematis 101
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Clematis 101 Clematis are unmatched in their versatility and beauty, offering a variety of well over 250 species, including the North Ameri...
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Geranium
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Geranium (Cranesbill) Not to be confused with the unrelated annual Geranium, Pelargonium x hortorum, hardy Geranium, of the Geranium famil...
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Dianthus
Posted by Aaron Barton on Mar 4th 2023
Dianthus (Pinks) A longstanding favorite, Dianthus (dy-AN-thus), or pinks, are long-blooming, salt tolerant, deer and rabbit resistant per...
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