At the turn of the 21st century, about 1,300 species of non-native plants existed in Pennsylvania outside of gardens, parks, and agricultural lands. Self-sows. Although many homeowners offer bird feeders with seeds, nuts, and fruits, 90% of birds raise their young on caterpillars. Also called Sharp-Leaved Aster. The federal government has estimated that nearly 25 percent of the 20,000 plant species native to North America are at risk of extinction, many of these through habitat loss. Clematis ligusticifolia is a vine that grows to about 20 feet. Evergreen ferns are good companion plants since Mayapple goes dormant in late summer. Goldenrods play important roles in native ecosystems, stabilizing soil on hillsides and banks, providing excellent nectar sources as well as food and shelter for wildlife. Culture as for Helianthus decapetalus, above. Acorns provide food for variety of birds and mammals and cavities provide den, nesting, and roosting sites for birds. Sun to light shade. Will create a groundcover in time if allowed to self-sow. Endangered, Threatened, and Rarity Information; This plant is listed by the U.S. federal government or a state. Spreads by underground runners to form loose colonies. Distinctive, peeling, gray bark. Please enable scripts and reload this page. Width: 4-15'. Summer Phlox (Phlox paniculata) MORNING SUN OR DAPPLED LIGHT, Also known as Perennial Phlox or Garden Phlox. Long-lived. Shadier rain garden plant. An alternative for dry shade. Forms mounds. Check out our clematis native seed selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. Transplant only in spring. Easy. Height: 1-2'. Shear back hard after seeds are shed to tidy plants and encourage new growth. Nice among low groundcovers or rocks, in low, moist meadows or as an edger. Leaves widely spaced in levels along stems producing an appealing architectural effect. Moist to dry, average soil. Deadhead to prevent. Fine- textured foliage. Pruning back old branches will promote more bushy growth while pruning young shoots will encourage more upright growth. I have two Arborvitae trees at the corner of the house, planted by someone a long time ago. Grows in tufts. Thimbleweed is a good companion plant as it can compete. Good fall nectar source and food plant for butterfly larva. Group 1 Often described as evergreen but in colder more exposed sites this clematis will experience some leaf loss. Deadhead to prevent. Part sun. Male . Height: 6-10'. Often suffers from leaf blight on lower stems. Sun to part sun. Long, soft needles. Inflorescence radiates out from one point, then radiates again, like an exploding firework. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. In their place, homeowners add tropical plants and exotic grasses as showy centerpieces to their landscaping. Learn to identify the local plants to guide plant selection. More introduced plants are identified every year. Tassle Rue (Trautvetteria caroliniensis) - MORNING SUN TO LIGHT SHADE, Flat clusters of white flowers with long stamens produce a tassel-like effect above large, lobed leaves. Incorporate plenty of compost to improve water retention and drainage. Shadier rain garden plant. Star Jasmine is an easy vine to grow if you have the right conditions. Apply several inches of mulch around the base of the plant to keep the roots cool and moist. Part sun. Drought tolerant. Sun to part sun. Best if scattered among other perennials in borders, or used in groups in meadow gardens or open woods. Readily self-sows. Bowman's Root is a nice companion. Part to full shade. Part shade. Brown, fertile fronds appear in mid-summer. Part shade. Moist, fertile soil. May need staking. Adding a little peat moss to the soil when planting, and mulching lightly are beneficial. For all 3 groups, a harder pruning in the first 2 years can help encourage a more shrub-like, multi-stemmed plant. A miniature member of the Iris Family. Deadhead or remove seed pods to prevent. Blooms rose-pink in spring. Delicate-looking but tough. Will tolerate drier soils, but not extended drought. Sun to part sun. Add a little balanced, organic fertilizer when planting. Zones 5-9, sun/part sun, 8' tall x 4' wide at maturity. Please enter your email address below to create account. Will grow in shallow water, but requires very moist soil at least in winter and spring. Also self-sows here and there. Deer resistant., Early Saxifrage (Saxifraga virginiensis) - PART SUN TO FULL SHADE, Small, white flowers bloom in clusters successively up lengthening stems and branches in early spring. Fertilize lightly in spring. That is 37 percent of Pennsylvanias total wild plant flora. Width: 2-3'. Minimize habitat disturbance. A large, stately plant. Moist to wet, average soil. A native plant is one which occurred within this region before colonization by Europeans. The most common are summer grape ( Vitis aestivalis ), . Drought tolerant. Extremely adaptable. Butterfly plant. First, conserve existing native vegetation and plant communities. Division not recommended. Hummingbird plant. Stems zigzag from leaf to leaf. Rain garden plant., Rosebay (Rhododendron maximum) - MORNING SUN, DAPPLED LIGHT, PART SHADE. Also known as virgin's bower or devil's darning needles, this fall-blooming species is native to the entire eastern half of North America. Average to moist soil. Clematis, Native . Nice with native grasses and coreopsis species. Goldenrods play important roles in native ecosystems, stabilizing soil on hillsides and banks, providing excellent nectar sources as well as food and shelter for wildlife. Cookies, This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, Gelsemium sempervirens (Carolina Jessamine), Lonicera sempervirens (Trumpet Honeysuckle), Passiflora incarnata (Wild Passion Flower), Great Plant Combination Ideas Rain garden plant., Purple-Flowering Raspberry (Rubus odoratus) - PART SHADE, Deciduous, suckering shrub. Group 3 vines flower in late summer or fall on new growth. Fruits are eaten by variety of birds and small and large mammals. Part sun. Rain garden plant., New York Ironweed (Vernonia noveboracensis) SUN TO PART SUN. Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced, organic fertilizer while tree is young. Deer resistant., Starry Campion (Silene stellate) PART SHADE. A favorite perennial vine in gardens, this genus is available in dozens of species/cultivars that offer a variety of sizes, flower colors and bloom times. Choose the right plants for the site: wet or dry, shade or sun, acid or neutral soil. While it can be beautiful, Japanese clematis is a vigorous grower in full sun or partial shade and requires active maintenance to control. Plant among other low woodlanders such as Foamflower. One of the earliest blooming asters. Nice contrasted with it, or with the yellow of goldenrod. Medium to moist, rich soil. One to two years required to adapt to new location. Use in rock gardens, near paving stones or on banks. Width: 8". I don't think it is getting enough sun. Nice massed or in groups of 5 or more as a background plant in a perennial or mixed shrub border. Deer resistant., Common Elderberry (Sambuca candensis) - PART SUN, Deciduous, fast-growing, suckering shrub. Deer resistant. Its pitchers fill with water and it feeds by digesting the small insects that fall in. Deer resistant., Wild Rye(Elymus virginicus) - SUN TO PART SUN, Grass. Native from Pennsylvania south to Georgia, this is also a promiscuous vine, and seedlings can be bland hybrids if other closely allied species are at hand. . The plant needs regular fertilization and plenty of water during the growing season but does not need pruning or staking for support. Moist, rich soil. Low, woody vine with attractive flowers and seeds that have long silky tails, a characteristic of the Clematis species. Leaves turn reddish in fall. Produces offsets which may be divided with a sharp knife after bloom., Tall Bellflower (Campanula amerciana) - PART SUN TO LIGHT SHADE, Annual or biennial. Moderate to dry, average soil. Good as a groundcover for woodland gardens or for naturalizing. Allow enough space for mature size as species resents transplanting. Deer resistant., Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) - SUN, Clump-forming grass. Part shade. I was surprised to find out that they may be native. Puawhananga / New Zealand Clematis . Plant several for more fruit. Nice intermediate height to use between shrubs and groundcover. Sun to part sun. This is an aggressive species best used for naturalizing in large areas such as meadows and fields. Rain garden plant. Large leaves shaped like those of a maple tree. Full to part sun. Shadier rain garden plant., Green-headed Coneflower (Rudbeckia laciniata) PART SUN. Width: 2-3'. White flowers in clusters at the ends of arching stems in late spring. This article will give you an overview of flowering vines that grow best in Pennsylvania to help you choose the right one for your garden. Average or even rocky soil that stays moist, especially in spring. Spread: 1'. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Part shade. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. Transplant in spring to early summer only. Part shade. Height: 2-3'. Group 1 pruning are vines flowering in the spring on old growth. It's beautiful and butterflies like it. Nice contrasted with fine-textured foliage plants such as ferns. You've come to the right place for Clematis! Will grow well under deciduous trees and shrubs. It is native to eastern North America, including Missouri where it typically occurs in moist low woodland areas and thickets bordering streams, ponds and fence rows (Steyermark). Consistently moist, but not wet, soil, especially during active growth period. More non-native plants are introduced every year. Rain garden plant., Rue anemone (Thalictrum thalictroides) PART SHADE TO SHADE, Dainty, white to pink blooms in spring and early summer. Never needs dividing. Height: 3-6". Width: 4-5'. It can grow in a variety of soils, including clay or loam, with good drainage. Crooked-Stem Aster (Symphotrichum prenanthoides) - PART SHADE, Pale violet, 1-2" wide flowers in fall. Use for vertical accent or anchor plant in large borders, or for screening or naturalizing in moist meadows or near ponds or streams. Coppery colored inflorescence in late summer and fall. Moist, average soil. Often grows on slopes., Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) - SUN OR PART SUN, Purple and green blooms in summer followed by interesting seed pods. They can thrive anywhere from Zone 5-9. Butterfly plant., Canada Mayflower (Maianthemum canadense) - PART SUN TO FULL SHADE, Deciduous groundcover. Rain garden plant., Deerberry (Vaccinium staminium)- PART SUN, Deciduous shrub. They also prefer soil with an acidic pH level between 6 and 7.5, so use a soil conditioner such as lime or sulfur if your soil is too alkaline for them. Forms extensive colonies. Additionally, 1,300 non-native species exist throughout the state. Clematis plants have vines that are vigorous growers with beautiful flower blooms. Shadier rain garden plant., Bottlebrush Grass(Elymus hystrix) - PART SUN TO SHADE, Bristle-like inflorescence in summer. Dramatic at the back of a border or among tall grasses in a wild garden or meadow. Height: 1-3'. While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that Part shade. Blooms yellow-gold in fall. This plant has been recommended for landscape use in cold-hardy zones and is sometimes grown on trellises, despite being considered invasive in many areas of the country, including Florida. Use near a pond or stream or in an open woodland garden. Showy, large purple blooms above deeply cut foliage. Flowers light up shady areas. Rain garden plant., Butterflyweed (Asclepias tuberosa) - SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE, Compact, bushy plant with brilliant orange flowers in mid-summer. Trunk typically narrow and straight with branching that begins half-way up. Solomons Seal (Polygonatum biflorum) PART SHADE. Deadhead to prevent. Site with other moisture lovers in borders, low areas or near ponds or streams. Examples of this group are: Clematis alpina, C. macropetala, and their cultivars. Good rock garden plant., Flowering Spurge (Euphorbia corollata) SUN TO PART SUN, Blooms baby's breath-like, dainty white flowers in summer. Be sure to follow responsible landscaping techniques and do your best to match your propertys soil and light conditions to the native plants you choose. I'm not sure if it is related to the one commonly sold as a garden annual. Attractive seed pods. Part sun to bright shade. Top growth must be protected from rabbits and deer. Ferns can be used to hide bare spots. The roots of Lonicera sempervirens like alkaline soils, so make sure your soil is tested before planting to see if it needs to be amended with lime or fertilizer. Moist soil. Large, bold leaves. Rain garden plant. Six species are endemic to Australia. Width: 12-16". Deer resistant., Tall, arching and clump-forming. Spread: 20-35'. Similar to Monarda didyma. The trumpet flowers are white with a yellow center, and they have four petals that look like the bell of a trumpet. Height: 4-12". Nice at the back of an informal border or in meadows. Height: 3-5'. Use as a specimen in borders or in meadows. Massive, slow-growing, evergreen shrub. Great wildlife plant, especially for hummingbirds., Turk's Cap Lily (Lilium superbum) - PART SUN, Multiple, orange blooms with strongly recurved petals on tall stems in July. Bees really like it - a bee was entering or leaving almost every flower as I was taking pictures. Dig and divide older plants when they begin to go dormant.. Will self-sow, but not aggressively. Provides good protection and nesting sites for birds. Yearly mulching with acidic, organic material is the only fertilization recommended. Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) blooms from May through July and produces fruit after it flowers. Impressive species for back of border or to mix with tall grasses and asters in a meadow. Width: 50'-75'. Use in borders, open woods, meadows or on slopes. The flowers of the specimen I photographed are colored a rich burgundy wine, but there is considerable variety in colors depending on where the seeds were harvested. Rich, moist soil, but adaptable. Height: 1-2'. Width: 2-3'. Mainly a foliage plant. Part to full sun. Part shade. Plants turn orange-brown in fall. Can tolerate semi-shady areas as well. Plant in a moist but well-drained soil with roots in a cool shady place and foliage in the sun. Deciduous, suckering shrub. Average soil. Height: 1-3'. Easy to grow . Nice filler for tight spaces. Turns tan in fall. Good fall nectar source and food plant for butterfly larva. Sun to part sun. 6. Emerges late in spring. Remove badly infected plants and discard. Bird and butterfly plant. Deer resistant, but protect until well-established and sizeable., Black Birch (Betula lenta) - FULL SUN TO PART SUN, Moderate growth rate up to 60' and 40' wide. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. Cut back in March. Height: 2-4'. Clematis Ligusticifolia (Western White Clematis). Lovely under deciduous trees. This encourages both branching and the development of multiple stems from the buds underground. Good tall accent in a border or naturalized in a meadow., Tall Meadow Rue (Thalictrum Pubescens) - PART SUN TO LIGHT SHADE, White, airy blooms in summer. Part shade. Plants will completely cover walls, trees . Deer resistant. Easily transplanted. Moist, rich soil. NVS maintains a standard set of species code abbreviations that correspond to standard scientific plant names from the Ng Tipu o Aotearoa - New Zealand Plants database. Nice with ornamental grasses, other coneflowers, Blazing Star, ironweeds or Culver's Root in a meadow or wild garden. Width: 2-3'. Clematis napaulensis (scientific name: Clematis napaulensis) is a vining dwarf herb native to Nepal, in the family Ranunculaceae. Many of the native clematis species that we sell are a common site along fencerows in Texas north to Illinois. Nice at wood edge. Moist, average soil. Shadier rain garden plant. Height: 2-3'. Lovely as a groundcover under deciduous trees in a woodland garden. Spread: to 12' or more. Chocolate Vine is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. Easy. Flat-topped, creamy white flower clusters in early summer followed by edible, deep purple berries. Cut back by half in June to control height, plant among tall grasses for support, or stake. Moist, acidic, rich soil. Deer resistant., Switchgrass(Panicum virgatum) - SUN TO PART SUN -Also called Panic Grass, Clump-forming, with much natural color and size variation. Keystone State. Part shade. Height: to 20". Lovely in a woodland garden. Grows naturally in clumps in wet places. Moist to wet, rich to average soil. Cut back by half in June to control height. Plant with other species such as ferns, Wild Ginger or White Wood Aster to follow. Deadhead to prevent. Rain garden plant., Blazing Star (Liatris spicata) - SUN TO PART SUN, Bright, pink-purple blooms on tall spikes in summer. Part sun. Height: 8'. Use in rock gardens or in dry meadows, or for a softening effect among bright flowers such as Butterflyweed or Blazing Star. Moist, rich soil. Average, well-drained soil. When to Prune Clematis Flowers are the most important impact of clematis, so keeping them blooming strong every year is the main goal for pruning clematis. This is a good plant for moist soil. Blooms briefly in spring. Morning sun to bright shade. Self-sows aggressively. Individuals short-lived, but plant self-sows freely. Spreads to form colonies over time. Seed heads may be cut off after bloom for neat appearance. Glossy, dark green foliage turns shades of deep red in early fall. Each plant has an image, description, and amount of light needed. Native Plants. Don't worry, they're vigorous growers and can grow up to 8 feet in a single season. Large yellow-gold blooms in spring. Keep free of aggressive competitors. Lily-of-the-valley-like foliage dies back in June and is followed by small, roundish heads of white bells on leafless, 6-18" stalks. Clusters of 1" wide, blue, pink or white flowers along arching stems in fall. Blooms yellow, 2" wide, daisy-like flowers on strong stems in mid-summer. Example: Enter "lob" in the common name field and you'll get all our species that have "lobelia" in the common name, as well as "sharp-lobed hepatica". Can be used as a medium height groundcover. Drought tolerant after established. White Flat-topped Aster (Doellingeria umbellata) - PART SUN, Flat clusters of white flowers with yellow-green centers in late summer. Choose planting site carefully as it is difficult to divide. Adaptable, but cannot tolerate drought. Butterfly plant. Good drainage. Landscaping with native plants has many benefits, both to you and to the environment as a whole. Part to full shade. Clematis. If given support, it will climb rapidly with the aid of tendrilous leaf petioles to 20'. The description of these plants Foliage interesting as stem appears to pierce leaves. Must have adequate moisture until well-established. There are many benefits in growing native plants. Moist, rich soil. By taking the time to give clematis a good head start, providing it with proper growing conditions and knowing when to prune, you can enjoy the queen of the vines" in your home landscape for many years. Attracts many butterflies. Width: 2'. Bold leaves. Blooms crimson, star-like flowers in summer. This is Ironweed (Veronia novebroacensis). Moist, average soil. Prune back old or weak canes to trunk near the ground in winter every few years. Morning sun to bright shade. Self-sows, but not aggressively. Fertilize in spring. Use as a vertical accent in a border or in mass between wild and cultivated areas, especially on hillsides. Dust soil occasionally with horticultural lime. Rain garden plant. Emerging foliage deep, smoke-purple followed by greenish-yellow or purplish flowers where leaflets join stems in spring. Water during drought. Self-sows. Width: 8". Family Ranunculaceae; Storey Upper storey; Size Vigorous climber to 15 m high; Plant grouping Climbers & creepers; Leaves Leaves dull, paired with serrated edges, juvenile - egg-shaped, purplish with white lines, adult - divided into 3 leaflets, leaflets egg-shaped, 3-8 cm x 1-5 cm. Average soil. Shadier rain garden plant., Toadshade (Trillium sessile) - MORNING SUN TO BRIGHT SHADE, Deep red, bud-like, 3-petaled flowers held close to the center of 3-leaved plants. Height: 3-10'. Shiny, round leaves. Drier, leaner soils produce shorter, less floppy plants. Red fruits on vigorous individuals in late summer. Good cut or dried flower. Width: 1'. Campsis radicans need moderate water during its blooming period from June through August. It grows to about 20 feet long and 3 feet wide. Deadhead to prevent. Readily self-sows. Transform your trellises, fences, and more with this stunning vine. Ornamental, thimble-shaped seed heads last through winter. Rain garden plant. Various cultivars of clematis. Also nice in shady rock gardens or on rocky slopes. Native Plants (618) Ferns (16) Flowers (393) Grasses/Sedges (101) Shrubs (81) Trees (1) Vines (26) Archives Archives. Moist, fertile soil. Blue-green foliage stays attractive through the season. Keep clump free of weeds until well established. They look beautiful, but they can become invasive. Transplant in early spring. Leaves are basal rosettes. It's a fairly common species throughout the state in open areas and forest edges . Rain garden plant. Good stabilizer for a woodland slope or under shrubs. Clematis Species, Sweet Autumn Clematis, Virgin's Bower, Japanese Clematis Clematis terniflora 58 more photos VIEW GALLERY View all varieties of Clematis 86 members have or want this plant for trade. Width: 3-6'. Rain garden plant. Height: 2-4'. Use in a woodland garden, a shady rock garden or under deciduous shrubs. It can be grown indoors or outdoors in the state of Pennsylvania. If you provide us with your name, email address and the payment of a modest $25 annual membership fee, you will become a full member, enabling you to design and save up to 25 of your garden design ideas. Width: 2'. And best of all, they evolved here and are uniquely adapted to our regions environment. To produce long-lived, healthy plants with optimum flowering consider the following needs. Width: 3'. Sun to part sun. Deer resistant., Joe-Pye Weed (Eupatoriadelphus fistulosus) PART TO FULL SUN, Also called Trumpetweed. Intense purple flower clusters in late summer. Spreads aggressively by underground rhizomes. Hummingbird plant. Deadhead to prevent. Height: 3-5'. Do not disturb roots once established. It also tolerates low temperatures, so you can plant it in mid-winter if you live in an arid area. Best in groups. Sun to part sun. 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