Habitat: limestone cliffs, dry open upland woods, open rocky bluffs, oak barrens and openings, foredunes, barren rock
Wildlife value: The flower nectar attracts butterflies and Luna moths. Turkey, ruffed grouse, robins, and flickers, as well as small mammals like raccoons, possums, and chipmunks feed on the berries. This shrub provides cover for small mammals and birds. Plant NOVA Natives lists this species as particularly popular with the non-native honeybees
Notes: Beautiful in the fall if planted in sun. Suckering, spreads quickly. Can handle very hot and poor soils. Nice fall foliage. The Gro-Low cultivar spreads sideways up to eight feet and can server as ground cover. Tolerates light or moderate shade. Male and female separate plants
Earth Sangha Inventory
Founded in 1997, the Earth Sangha is a nonprofit public charity based in the Washington, DC, region. The Wild Plant Nursery is the most comprehensive source of local-ecotype, native plants in the Washington DC region, and the region’s only facility dedicated exclusively to this type of propagation. “Local-ecotype” plants are propagated from local, wild, naturally-occurring populations and are well-adapted to local conditions and for wildlife species that depend on the local forms, such as pollinators. Inventory is updated on a weekly basis so number may not be accurate.
| Pots Available | Plugs Available | Location | Notes | ||
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| 19 | 0 | Row P |
Reserved for conservation projects |
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Bona Terra Nursery
Small family-run native plant nursery with a focus on the local genetics necessary to restore diversity in the Chesapeake eco-region. Offers free remote design service for small gardens up to 400 square feet. Orders are placed via email and items can be picked up at their NW DC office or delivered for a fee. This plant list is from the beginning of the 2025 season and may be out-of-date
| Pots Available | Pot Size | Notes | Add to Wishlist | |
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| 1 | 7 Gallon | View My Wishlist | ||
| 0 | 3 Gallon | View My Wishlist |