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Platanus occidentalis

Easily grown in average, medium to wet, well-drained soils in full sun. Prefers rich, humusy, … Continued

Podophyllum reptans

Sometimes called umbrella plant because of its large round leaves, this native creeps by rhizomes … Continued

Asclepias exaltata

A shade-loving milkweed actually exists! Found in woodland openings, poke milkweed thrives in dappled to … Continued

Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum'

Perennial Plant Association 2013 Perennial Plant of the Year! 16-20″ arching stems are lined with … Continued

Polystichum acrostichoides

Stays green through the holidays, hence the name. This hardy, leathery fern has glossy green … Continued

Populus tremuloides

Best grown in rich, humusy, consistently moist, well-drained soils in full sun. In the wild, … Continued

Potentilla fruticosa 'Fargo' Dakota Sunspot®

Blooming from midsummer until frost, this compact shrub features bright yellow flowers and bright green … Continued

Potentilla nepalensis

Plants form a low mound of strawberry-like foliage topped with coral flowers, beginning in early … Continued

Prunus serotina

This native ranges from southeastern Canada through the eastern US, and west to Texas. White … Continued

Prunus x 'Pisnshzam'

A stunning weeping tree with striking early spring color. Trees are blanketed with beautiful, fragrant … Continued

Prunus pumila 'UCONNPP002'

Attractive glossy blueish-green leaves turn shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall. Spring … Continued

Prunus cerasifera ‘Krauter Vesuvius’

Grows as a dense, upright-rounded tree 15-20’ tall. A very popular ornamental landscape tree with … Continued

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