I Love Potentilla canadensis aka Dwarf Cinquefoil

I Love Potentilla canadensis aka Dwarf Cinquefoil

Name:  Potentilla canadensis aka Dwarf Cinquefoil Type of Plant:   Typically thought of as a weed, this is a low-growing cinquefoil for sun or part-shade. Why I Love this Plant:  I love this plant because it’s native to this area. Dwarf cinquefoil is a pollinator...
I Love Cymbopogon citratus aka Lemon Grass

I Love Cymbopogon citratus aka Lemon Grass

Name:  Cymbopogon citratus aka Lemon Grass Type of Plant:   A tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. A culinary herb that’s easy to grow as an annual in colder climates. Why I Love this Plant: This herb is pretty grass, in a garden or in a pot. If you are interested...
Is This A Foxglove?

Is This A Foxglove?

It is mid-May in my garden, and a time when biennials, weeds, and perennials are growing fast. It’s also a time when I see posts on social media asking, “Is this a foxglove plant?” I love the biennial foxgloves, and right now they can be seen around...
I Love Prunus maritima aka Beach Plum

I Love Prunus maritima aka Beach Plum

Name:   Prunus maritima aka beach plum Type of Plant:   A native North American shrub that flowers in the spring. Hardy to zones 4-9 Why I Love this Plant:  Beach plums grow well in sandy, acidic soils and they thrive in the northeastern climate. They are a suckering...
I Love Geum triflorum aka Prairie Smoke

I Love Geum triflorum aka Prairie Smoke

Name:   Geum triflorum aka Prairie Smoke Type of Plant:   A native North American perennial that has interesting spring flowers that turn into fine seedheads. This plant is hardy in zones 3 to 7, and likes sunny areas. Why I Love this Plant:  I value the early spring...
I Love Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ aka Sensation Lilac

I Love Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ aka Sensation Lilac

Name:   Syringa vulgaris ‘Sensation’ aka Sensation Lilac Type of Plant:  This shrub is the old fashioned, large growing lilac, with big blooms and a delightful fragrance. Why I Love this Plant: ‘Sensation’ is different from other lilacs in that the flowers are a...
I Love Cordyline fruticose Cultivars aka Ti Plant:

I Love Cordyline fruticose Cultivars aka Ti Plant:

Name:   Cordyline fruticose cultivars aka Ti Plant: Type of Plant: Tropical plant that is evergreen where it’s hardy, with multi-colored leaves. Many varieties flower as well. Why I Love this Plant  Large, colorful leaves…what’s not to love? Ti plant does well in...
Not So Fond of Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’

Not So Fond of Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’

98% of the plants featured here are plants I love. I’ve hated a couple in the past, but this week, but hate is a pretty strong word. Today, I’m talking about a plant that I never recommend to others. I’ve grown it in a few places, and let’s just say, I’m not very fond...
Garden AI Causing Problems

Garden AI Causing Problems

The green industry is reeling today with the announcement that the AIPlantBot Company is experiencing problems with the first artificial intelligence tool for creating living, growing gardens. The company had high hopes for the ability of its generator to quickly...
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