mayapple
Podophyllum reptans
Sometimes called umbrella plant because of its large round leaves, this native creeps by rhizomes … Continued
browsing: sun or shade
cottonwood
Populus deltoides
State tree of Kansas! Broad open crown of widely spreading branches covered in lustrous, bright … Continued
black cherry
Prunus serotina
This native ranges from southeastern Canada through the eastern US, and west to Texas. White … Continued
oak
Quercus species
Oaks are without doubt one of the most important trees of the Northern Hemisphere. Historically, … Continued
Moses-in-a-cradle
Rhoeo spathacea nana
Succulent stems sport showy flat, pointed leaves of dark green above with purple undersides. Intermittent … Continued
‘Consort’ black currant
Ribes nigrum 'Consort'
Black fruit on medium-long clusters has a sweet, strong, musky flavor. Used for jams, jellies, … Continued
dock, bloodwort
Rumex sanguineus
Distinct red veins color the foliage of this 15″ highly ornamental but also edible vegetable. … Continued
curly willow
Salix matsudana ‘Torulosa’
Grow in any soil soils in full sun or shade. Prefers full sun. Prune as … Continued
weeping willow
Salix babylonica
These water-loving trees are also drought tolerant and provide valuable wildlife habitat. A harbinger of … Continued
‘York’ elderberry
Sambucus canadensis
‘York’ offers the largest berries of any cultivated variety. Great source of vitamin C. Fruit … Continued
mother-in-law’s tongue, snake plant
Sansevieria trifasciata
Upright leaves grow up 4 feet tall. Among the toughest of all houseplants, they can … Continued
soapwort, bouncing bet
Saponaria officinalis
Small, white, star-shaped blooms open in clusters in summer over spreading green foliage. Plants tolerate … Continued