Habitat: woodland edges, roadsides, railroad embankments and stream or swamp margins
Wildlife value: Survival species for birds - fruit still available in early spring. Ring-necked pheasant, bobwhite quail, and wild turkey eat the fruit. Flowers provide a nectar source to native bees. Larval host plant of Luna moth and the Spring Azure Butterfly
Notes: Conspicious mid-summer blooms. Gorgeous fall color. Spreads. Could be underplanted by smooth or winged sumac. Suckers can be removed to retain a tree form. Tolerates light or moderate shade. Edible. The fruits are soaked in water to make a tart lemony drink from the absorbic acid found in the hairs covering the fruits.
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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| 0 | 0 | Row K |
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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 This plant list is from the beginning of the 2025 season and may be out-of-date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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| 0 | 1 Gallon |
Local Ecotype coming soon! |
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| 0 | 3 Gallon |
Local Ecotype coming soon! |
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