I have a stack of gardening books that I keep handy in my living room.
I delve into the books for information to put into this blog or whenever I’m looking up a new plant and want to learn all about it before purchasing it, or in most cases after I’ve purchased it. Yes I’m [...]
Cardinal Flower
Lobelia cardinalis
The Cardinal flower is a striking red beauty that is named after the bright robes worn by Roman Catholic cardinals. The brilliant tubular flowers extend along an erect stalk and last for weeks. Leaves are toothed, dark green, and an attractive foil for the flowers. Perfect for moist sites, along the edges [...]
Asclepias tuberosa
Native plant
Height: 2-3 feet (60 to 90 cm)
Blooming period: mid-summer
Exposure: full sun to light shade
Moisture: dry to average; drought tolerant
Habitat: prairies and meadows
Range: Prairies and Northeastern areas of North America
Description: Butterfly weed is one of the top butterfly attracting plants around. If one of the goals of [...]
