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Stokesia laevis, “Stokes’ aster” is native to eastern North America. So why do both its Latin and common names honor an English plantsm

So cute, they’re downright AWWW!-SOME. Compact Pennisetum so cute you’ll say “Awww!”Hardy in USDA Zones 6 (5 with protection)

Ceratostigma plumbaginoidesWhy does this wonderful groundcover not get the respect it deserves? Perhaps its common names hold it back. As fl

Awards: they're not just for moviesPlants earn them, too!In fact, there are numerous awards given out in horticulture for everything from th

Endless flat lawns or cut back gardens can make for boring winter views. Adding ornamental grass is one surefire way to bring beau

The Perennial Plant Association has announced Aralia cordata 'Sun King' as its 2020 Perennial Plant of the Year™. Compared to trad