Discovering Underappreciated Native Plants
Just listened to the first episode of Fine Gardening's new podcast, "Super Cool Plants," and it was a real eye-opener. They highlighted some underappreciated native plants that deserve more attention in our gardens. Melissa Starkey from Mt. Cuba Center and Amy Galloway Medley from Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center shared their top picks. Melissa's choices like Jacob's ladder and wild bleeding heart sound perfect for adding delicate beauty to shaded areas. Amy's selections, including frostweed and plains fleabane, offer unique textures and resilience. It's inspiring to think about incorporating these natives to support local ecosystems and bring fresh diversity to our gardens. Definitely worth a listen if you're looking to expand your plant palette with some native gems.
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