Muscadine grape is a deciduous climbing vine that forms substantial woody trunks. It will grow over a structure, can be formed into a shrublike mound, or trained to a trellis and pruned for fruit production. This common southeastern grape produces purple-black or bronze fruit that has high acid and sugar content to provide a complex … Muscadine Grape
Swamp rose has lovely pink flowers that brighten up wet or boggy areas and provide great color from summer to fall. It’s a resilient shrub that attracts pollinators and adds a soft touch to garden landscapes.
St. John’s wort has striking yellow flowers that bloom abundantly in summer, adding cheerful color to the garden. Its dense, evergreen foliage provides year-round interest and it’s known for being a hardy shrub that attracts pollinators and is resistant to deer. It also grows well in containers, making it a versatile choice for patios or … St. John’s Wort
Virginia bluebells are a native perennial with intensely blue bell-shaped flowers in spring. They are among the first to produce a flush of foliage in late winter, and then quietly retire after blooming and return again next year. They prefer soils rich in leaf mold or other organic matter.
Blazing star is a native perennial with tall spikes of purple flowers that attract pollinators. It is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and a great choice for meadows and prairies.
Columbine is a native wildflower with spurred, colorful flowers that attract hummingbirds. It is deer-resistant, low-maintenance, and suitable for a variety of garden settings.
Bluestar is a perennial with delicate, blue flowers that bloom in spring and fall. It is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and attracts pollinators.
Rattlesnake master boasts distinctive, spiky, globe-shaped flowers that add an unusual and eye-catching element to gardens. Its tough, yucca-like leaves and drought tolerance make it a resilient choice for dry, sunny spots, and it provides valuable food and habitat for pollinators like bees and butterflies. Rattlesnake Master can also be successfully grown in a container, … Rattlesnake Master
Coneflowers, such as echinacea and blackeyed Susan, have bright, colorful blooms that add beauty and cheer to the garden. These deer-resistant plants attract butterflies and bees, which help pollinate other plants and keep your yard healthy. Recommended Thriving Gardens Coneflowers: Purple coneflower, Echinacea purpurea Blackeyed Susan, Rudbeckia fulgida
Mountain mint is a lovely addition to the garden, especially in a sunny spot. It grows silvery green leaves and showy clusters of pinkish-white flowers that bloom in the summer, which attract pollinators. Recommended Thriving Gardens Mountain Mint: Southern Mountain Mint, Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides Blunt Mountain Mint, Pycnanthemum muticum Loomis’ Mountain Mint, Pycnanthemum loomisii