Habitat: wet woods, swamps, margins of vernal ponds, heath bogs, deep rich upland forests, creek bottoms, wet sandy woods
Wildlife value: It is a potential host plant for the Spring Azure butterfly and hummingbird clearwing moths. Its fruits are eaten by songbirds, grouse, wild turkeys and squirrel. Its twigs and leaves are browsed by deer
Nores: Best with more sun and likes moist situations. White flowers in spring followed by interesting-looking, edible berries. Maroon-purple fall foliage. Suckering. Cold, insect and disease tolerant and transplants well. Plant two different selections for best fruit. Short varieties are available. Foundations. Glossy leaves. Needs consistent moisture.
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.
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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 This plant list is from the beginning of the 2025 season and may be out-of-date
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| 0 | 3 Gallon | View My Wishlist |