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Symphyotrichum novae-angliae Asters thrive with the Chelsea Chop as it encourages shorter, sturdier stems and fuller plants. Left …
Symphyotrichum novae-angliae Asters thrive with the Chelsea Chop as it encourages shorter, sturdier stems and fuller plants. Left …
Magnolia acuminata Often referred to as the cucumber magnolia, this large tree, native to parts of southern Ontario, …
Quercus macrocarpa Planting native oak trees helps combat the lack of habitat caused by invasive species in our …
Cornus racemosa The dense branches of gray dogwood provide excellent cover for many songbirds looking to rest or …
Monarda fistulosa The square stems of wild bergamot (Monarda fistulosa) reach about two to four feet tall with fragrant …
Mitchella repent Keep your eye on the ground to spot this low-growing evergreen vine. Mats of glossy, dark …
Betula papyrifera Paper birch is a stand-out in all seasons due to its unique white, peeling bark, but …
Plant These Species Instead To avoid or eliminate invasive groundcovers, choose some of our top native plants, find …
Anaphalis margaritacea Pearly everlasting, Anaphalis margaritacea, is a native wildflower important to a couple of our most attractive butterflies. It’s …
Echinacea pallida While you may notice colourful arrays of coneflowers in local gardens or nurseries, pale purple coneflower …
Amelanchier species The delicate white flowers of serviceberries herald spring. Appearing in long clusters, these star-like blossoms arrive …
Symphoricarpos albus When choosing a new tree, shrub or plant, it’s important to consider the soil, moisture and …
A Burst of Spring Colour Many plants in our climate respond to the cold by going dormant over …
Beauty in Your Yard All Year Eastern white cedar (Thuja occidentalis) is a cone-shaped tree that stays green …
Witch-hazel is a Burst of Fall Colour Graceful and delicate American witch-hazel is the perfect addition to any …
This Shrub is a Stunning Choice for Yards or Gardens Red-osier dogwood (Cornus sericea) is a resilient shrub …
Finding a Kentucky coffee-tree (Gymnocladus dioica) growing in the wild in Ontario is rare. Its deceasing presence led …
Small yellow flowers bloom on this low-growing groundcover in mid-late spring. As it grows, it forms a dense …
Goutweed (Aegopodium podagraria), also known as bishop’s weed or snow on the mountain, is a perennial groundcover native …
Wild strawberry offers pollinators early season nectar and pollen.
The vibrant pink blooms of swamp milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) will stand out in any rain garden. This great pollinator …