Tag: Part sun/shade
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Plant Profile: Poke Milkweed (Asclepias exaltata)
Poke Milkweed is unique among milkweed species for loving the shade. The flowers droop away from the stem, giving it an unique, delicate appearance. This is one of the taller milkweed species, topping out at 5 feet, and also a great milkweed for smaller yards because it does not spread aggressively. Read more
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Plant Profile: Clasping Milkweed (Asclepias amplexicaulis)
Clasping Milkweed gets its name from the way the leaves wrap around or “clasp” the stem. It is extremely drought tolerant and adapted to very dry sites, thanks to its thick waxy leaves that help preserve moisture. It is an uncommon milkweed that is even considered threatened in some states. Read more
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Plant Profile: Whorled Milkweed (Asclepias verticillata)
Whorled milkweed has slender, delicate looking leaves that appear in whorls, giving this milkweed its name. It continues blooming relatively late into the fall compared to other milkweed species, making this an important food source for late migrating monarchs. It is drought tolerant and resistant to rabbits and deer. Read more
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Plant Profile: Lanceleaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata)
This native wildflower is a great option for beginners, as it is easy to grow from seed and easy to find for sale. Lanceleaf coreopsis supports 22 species of bees, and birds like to eat the seeds. It is perfect for creating a wildflower meadow, and it is very tolerant of most growing conditions. Read more
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Plant Profile: Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia lyrata)
Lyreleaf Sage is an amazing ground cover that is heat, humidity, and drought tolerant, evergreen, and tough enough to tolerate being walked on and mowed over. It’s flowers are attractive to bees and hummingbirds. Its aggressive spread and tolerance for a wide variety of growing conditions make it an excellent lawn alternative. Read more
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Plant Profile: New Jersey Tea (Ceanothus americanus)
New Jersey Tea gets its name from the fact that its leaves were used as a tea substitute during the Revolutionary War. It is a tough, low-growing shrub that has a deep taproot, meaning it is highly resistant to drought and even recovers well after fire. Read more
Southeastern Native Plants 