MAJOR CHANGE!! YOU CAN NOW ORDER WILDFLOWERS BY THE EACH,        YOU DO NOT HAVE TO ORDER IN MULTIPLES OF 5,

BUT WE RECOMMEND IT, AS ITS MUCH LESS PROPORTIONALLY

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OUR PLANTS ARE A BARGAIN Most of the ferns and wildflowers are equal to 1/2 gal to gal pot size and are not the tiny plugs many firms sell.

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WHY GROW WILD FLOWERS? Wild flowers are as beautiful, vibrant, showy and lasting as fancy perennials that will cost you much more elsewhere & most are easily grown. You don’t need a wooded setting for most & many thrive in average garden soil. Another reason to grow them: due to habitat destruction wildflowers and other natives do not grow in abundance as they once did. It’s a fact nature has been changed by man, plants no longer spread as they once did & planting wildflowers helps nature distribute them. Recent articles wrongly say wildflowers can’t or shouldn’t be grown in gardens. Hogwash! If they aren’t spread around by good gardeners we may hasten their demise. Sadly development won’t stop.

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SIZE AND HARDINESS Most are equal to what you’d buy in half gal. or gal. pots elsewhere for 2-4 times our price. All are fully hardy zones 4-7 unless noted. Some are naturally smaller like Trout Lily, Rue anemone, Spring Beauty.

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SHIPPING 15% FOR ORDERS UNDER $250. MINIMUM  SHIP AMOUNT IS $6.

SHIPPING 10%FOR ORDERS OVER $250

SHIPPING IS FREE FOR ORDERS OVER $600

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We grow them in flats or beds, healthier for them than being in pots. Just before shipping they are removed carefully when dormant, soil shaken off and put into bags …they never dry out. On arrival, if your ground, is thawed, even if it’s cold you can plant …planting and storing info is sent with the order. Many must be sent early before weather warms, do not panic, they can be kept in the fridge for weeks. We begin shipping to mild areas in Feb and continue into May. By not paying for dirt you save a large amount and the plants are just as healthy if not more so.

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For larger amounts: 5 to 9 at 5 rate, 10 to 29 at 10 rate, 30-59 at 30 rate

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Mysterious foliage & even more mysterious flowers are Jacks claim to fame! Rising 2 to 3 feet a leaf expands at the top to 3 (three) sections. The odd, funnel shaped flowers “leaves”then emerge, which are green & white, the “TRUE” flower. Clusters of vibrant, cherry red seed pods follow in fall, yet stands of “Jacks” are always eye-catching. Easy in any average to wet, clay soil, in sun to ½ shade. Pawnee Indians rubbed powdered “Jacks” on the head to cure headaches. Zones 4-8 also called Indian turnip & Lords & Ladies. EACH $4.95  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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(note: the taxonomists recently reclassified this is Lonactis)

This is an aster we love. Like other asters it blooms in the fall but its foliage and habit are much more appealing than other asters. Its low and spreading, with small narrow leaves having a dignified look. The flowers are a pastel blue with yellow centers and emerge as frost begins to lurk in fall. Easy in sun and sandy/gravelly soil. Not for hard clay. Zones 4-7 each $7.95  3 for $21 6 for $39

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Fanciful, starry white flowers, shimmering pastel pink at first, sway gently on this dainty yet rugged early bloomer. Blossoms hover over fine, lacy foliage 6 inches tall; foliage has pleasing blue hues of when emerging & forms lush patches with hundreds of blooms. Excellent in woodland or Perennial Gardens. It’s an Ephemeral: shortly after bloom, lacy foliage dies down so other plants can fill in the show. The finger like tubers are interesting too. Easy in any well drained soil. Zones 4-7. EACH $4.95 5 FOR $16 10 FOR $30 30 FOR $85 60 FOR  $155

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You don’t have to go to Canada to enjoy this, it thrives & is native to much of the U.S. Charming, soft green heart shaped leaves are in dense, bold colonies. Intriguing maroon, jug like flowers nest under the foliage early in spring…worth a peek! It spreads by underground stems called Rhizomes… a buildup of food storage that makes roots & another plant. Woodland drifts are dramatic & handsome with ferns. Pleasing by walkways & with perennials. Fragrant roots were used as spice by Canadian Indians & it can substitute for tropical ginger. In past times it was used medicinally. ½ sun to light shade, any average soil, clay is OK, Earthy woodsy soil best. Zones 4-8 Also called Cats foot, Asarabica & Haxelroot. EACH $4.95  5 FOR $24 10 FOR $46  30 FOR $129  60 FOR $255

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This has lustrous, semi-evergreen leaves 4 inches round, with a heart like shape having light silvery mottling …beautiful foliage plus fascinating jug like flowers like Canadian Ginger, simple to grow, well drained to woodsy soil, light shade. Zones 6-8 EACH $5.95  5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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While most plants do there thing in Spring, the Baneberry show shines in Fall. Striking clusters of white, pea sized berries ripen in late summer, each with a prominent, showy black eye lasting several weeks accented by deep red stems. Contrasted deeply cut foliage is on swaying stalks up to 2 feet long. A great woodland plant, with dramatic fall interest to light up any area. Native Americans used it in tonics. Care free, sun or ½ shade, any average soil (even Clay) Also called Dolls Eyes, Pearl Berry & White beads Each $7.95 3 for $21 LIMITED SUPPLY THIS YEAR

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Masses of beautiful, bright golden, buttercup, yellow flowers glow in April, highlighted by densely set, shiny round leaves 4 inches across, resembling European Ginger. Forms brilliant colonies of foliage. Likes wet soil, in early spring; soil can be drier in summer. Native to shallow streams & bogs, anchored by fibrous white roots. Good in New England, Mid Atlantic & Mid West. It’s flowers preserved in vinegar are Used as a caper substitute. Sun to light shade. Zones 4-7 Also called Cowslips, Drunkards &’ Soldiers Buttons. EACH $5.95  5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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One of the prettiest sites I‘ve ever seen was a flowing patch of Columbine near the shore in Phippsburg, Maine, climbing over a granite outcropping. It adapts to your gardens easily too. Magnificent flower clusters are striking on dangling stalks above the leaves. They are an intricate red with yellow centers, resembling the court Jesters of “OLDE ENGLAND.” Fine textured, Blue tinted lacy Leaves are pretty on foot tall stems. Self seeds if happy; any well drained soil. Zones 4-7 Also called Red Bells, Cluckies, Meetinghouse EACH $5.95 5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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Everyone loves this. Dainty, swaying pinkish flowers with darker stripes emerge on small, grass~like plants 4 in. tall. After a few years it forms impressive colonies; a sheet of them in bloom is truly enchanting. Looks great at the edge of a lawn or any area with bright light in early spring, before trees even leaf out. Easy to grow sun to ½ shade, care free in any soil, even clay. Zones 4-8 EACH $4.95  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189 THIS ITEM WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE IN SPRING MUST BE ORDERED IN FALL

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Beautiful foliage & pretty berries too! Compound leaves split to 3, on 2 foot stalks. Emerging leaves have enchanting, pastel violet blue colors, resembling asparagus shoots for a few days. In May, strap~like foamy yellow flowers sit on top, followed by lasting clusters of vibrant, blue berries in fall. Sun to ½ shade, any soil. Trivia in 1857, Dr. John Gunn talked of it’s use by Native Americans as an aid in childbirth. Zones 4-7 Also called Blue ginseng, Papoose Root, Electric Light Bulb EACH $5.95 5 FOR $28 10 FOR $49 30 FOR $145 60 FOR $285

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A cute, evergreen creeper! Dense carpets of round 1 inch, glossy foliage in 3 sections are lit by white stars in April. Named for Golden, thread~like roots once used in dyes & medicines. It likes damp, mossy, cool areas. Trivia: in the 1800’s Shakers paid 37 cents a pd. for Gold Thread. Zones 5-6 3-4 inch piece of sod $8 3 for $22

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Bugbane makes a BOLD accent. 2-3 foot, feathery clusters of fragrant white flower wands in Aug. have cutleaf foliage swaying below. Vibrant, bottle brush blooms are dramatic on tall fluttering stems, described in past days as tapering candles to light natures church. “They really have impact! Once used in folk Medicines & farmers used it to treat ills on their cows, it also repels bugs–Cimicifuga means insect repellent. Quite carefree, light shade to sun, any soil, clay is ok Zones 4-7 Also called Snake Root, Fairy Candles, Rattleroot, Black Cohosh EACH $5.95 5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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All I can say is grab this now if you want it. The easiest Ladyslipper & one of the prettiest. We’ve had colonies for 25 years as have many clients. Woodsy soil, that’s not too acid & good drainage are key. In June, the glistening pouch-like flowers are quite remarkable, lasting several weeks. Zones 4-7 2-3 years from blooming each $35. One year from blooming each $56. Jumbo each $66 blooming size

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Pouch-like, glistening white fragrant flowers with delicate golden throats, resemble upside down baggy pants rising over feathery leaves, 3 in. tall, like a fancy parsley. The small bulb-like corms remind me of tiny artichokes. It forms lovely colonies in any woodsy soil & is ephemeral: After foliage matures in June, it goes dormant til next spring, so other plants can fill in. Once a love Charm of Menominee Indians, folklore said: if a boy throws it at his love & circled round, she’d catch the scent & follow him wherever he goes. Zones 4-7 Also called Kitten Breeches, White Hearts EACH $4.95 5 FOR $16 10 FOR $30 30 FOR $85 60 FOR  $155

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A delightful early riser. Spikes of graceful, nodding white flowers have fanciful, yellow anthers & swept back petals, like an Indians head in feather dress. Below the pendant blossoms, interesting fleshy, glossy leaves are in round clumps a few inches high. Easy in sun; it forms striking colonies, but it isn’t invasive. Thrives in any average to moist soil, likes damp in early spring …April showers brings May flowers! This treasure in the primrose family blends with other perennials & gives a nice early burst of color to get into the gardening spirit! Zones 4-8 Also called Rooster Heads, Mosquito Bells & Indian Chief EACH $4.95 5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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From a small bulb, 2 shiny leaves, often with snow still about emerge; then a perky frilly yellow lily~like flower pokes up as a charming sunny treat! The 2-3 inch, lance-like glistening foliage is often streaked & mottled like a trout’s back: hence the name. Trout Lily forms impressive colonies & is amazingly easy, tolerating clay, damp or average soil without care. Like other wildflowers it can be planted in beds at the edge with perennials, lawns & any bright areas in spring! Cherokee Indians regarded it’s bloom as the time to fish for trout, as in nature it was found near trout streams…but it is at home in any Zone 4-8. Also called Deer’s Tongue, Adderleaf, Star Striker EACH $4.25 5 FOR $16 10 FOR $30 30 FOR $85 60 FOR  $155

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A graceful, versatile plant up to 12 inches with rounded, pink striped flowers in late spring atop deeply cut, 5 lobed Leaves. Nothing is easier in any woodsy or garden type soil. It colonizes fast in sun or light in shade. Hot or cold areas. Superb where a low, no maintenance plant is needed for massing. Re blooms in summer too. Zones 3-8  EACH $4.95  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189…..

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Large 4 to 6 foot stems carry elegant “pagodas” of downward facing, sweptback burnt~orange flowers with spotted petals. Each stem has up to 40 flowers in mid~summer, lined with bright green leaves in fanciful whorls up & down the stem. Makes a bold impact at the edge of the woodland or perennial garden. Intriguing tuberous white bulbs have Artichoke~like segments. Turks Cap Lily likes sun and rich, damp soil. Native Americans once used it to thicken soups & for eating raw. I’d rather just enjoy looking at it! Zones 5-7 EACH $5.95 5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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Stunning summer color! Perfect in wet spots, stream edges, pastures or your backyard garden! Eye catching fiery scarlet, strap~like flowers emerge in summer for up to 4 weeks all along tall stems 3-4 feet tall. Glossy, deep burgundy leaves are another show. A huge Native range gives adaptability to hot & cold climates. Zones 4-7 Also called Red Betty, Queen of the meadow EACH $4.95 5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Like the above, but with dramatic violet blue flowers in mid summer. Lustrous rosettes of fleshy, shiny green leaves on stalks of up to 2-3 feet. Does not need a wet soil like above and will grow in clay. Sun best. Zones 4-7 5 EACH $4.95 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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A petite roadside attraction, catching the eyes of New England travelers. Dense little tufts, only 1 inch high, come alive with masses of dainty, pale blue to whitish, star shaped flowers with bright yellow centers …a shimmering effect. Slowly forms patches a foot wide. Easy to grow, mixes well in fields & lawns, then softly blends into the background til next year. Tolerates poor, sandy soil, loves sun. Zones 4-7 Also called Blue eyed Babies, Nuns, Sky flower, Innocence  EACH $5.95 5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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A charmer with delightful purple flowers having fringed white crests in late May. Grows 6 inches tall & a great rock garden, edging and accent plant in the border, where something small but carefree & rugged is needed. Best in ½ to full sun, any average or even slightly wet soil, even clay. Virginia hunters once used it to quench thirst. Zones 4-8 EACH $4.50 5 FOR $16 10 FOR $30 30 FOR $85 60 FOR $155

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Charming & at first glance somewhat resembling Bloodroot but they are not related. Each waxy stalk gives rise to a deep green, kidney shaped leaf nearly split in the middle, hence the name Twinleaf. Sparkling white, yellow centered, frilly petaled flowers rise up next to the leaf in very early spring. It forms lush colonies dramatic in effect but not invasive with leaves that flutter in the lightest breeze. Twinleaf roots also have a pleasing aroma. Easy in light shade. Zones 4-8 EACH $4.95 5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Bluebells are noted for clusters of flower stalks rising above bold, fleshy, shiny foliage. A sign of spring & among the first emerging after winter. Arching 10 inch flower stalks have dozens of trumpet shaped flowers changing from violet & sky blue to pink; a fascinating color blending. Foliage has a beautiful violet tinge when emerging. A drift by a stream bank, perennial bed, or woodland garden is striking! They like a damp spot, at least in early spring, but can be drier in summer. (clay is ok) Intriguingly shaped woody roots are fascinating. In “olden” days Bluebells were used in treatments of diseased lungs, due to their mottled, spotted leaves. Zones 4-8 Also called Old Ladies Bonnets, Roanoke Bells. IF YOU EVER VISIT CENTRAL PARK in NYC there is a giant drift of these they purchased from us years ago. EACH $4.95 5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Eerily beautiful, bright green 4 inch palm shaped leaves put on a mesmerizing show, kind of resembling webbed ducks feet! Handsome, rounded silky~white flowers nest under parasol~like, deeply veined leaves with an especially rich, glossy sheen. Then, alien looking, greenish round fruit form in late spring: The Mayapple. It likes damp or even clay soil and forms bold colonies. Nothing more carefree; truly one of the easiest plants in Zones 4 Also called Mandrake, Ducks foot, Ground Lemon, Parasols. EACH $4.95 5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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A cute little gem that’s difficult to find and not a grass at all. The Latin name is from the first century. It bears a ground hugging tuft of pretty, waxy oval leaves 1 inch around, resembling European Ginger. In Sep til Oct depending on climate, dainty stalks sprout up with waxy~white, heavily striped star shaped flowers with yellow anthers. There is NO OTHER FLOWER like it; It loves woodsy, damp soil and light Shade. Zones 5-7 EACH $4.95 5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Beautifully pendulous, creamy yellow flowers dangle among leaves along gracefully arching stalks 2-3 feet tall. The pointy leaves with nice veining are 3 inches long; attractive black berries follow in fall, nodding in the leaf axils. This forms bold colonies & is pleasant draping down embankments, moist woods or perennial borders in sun to shade, any average to damp or even clay soil. Fairly drought tolerant once established & a care free, classic. The white tuberous roots are fascinating, take a look when you get them! Zones 4-7 Also called John the conqueror root, Sealwort. EACH $4.95  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Fluttering lacy~white flowers emerge early, even with snow about! Round starbursts pop from glistening, slowly unfurling, pearl buds. Then a striking pair of richly veined, 6 inch, kidney shaped leaves rise & frame the flower. Pretty foliage is the deepest green! Fascinating reddish, knobby tubers do emit “bloody” sap, just scratch the surface. Bloodroot, related to Poppy was used medicinally for snake bite & in folk medicine for bronchitis. Carefree any average garden or woodsy soil, sun to ½ shade. Zones 4-8 also called Corn root, Sweet slumber, Puccoon EACH $4.95  5 FOR $23  10 FOR $44  30 FOR $129  60 FOR $255

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DESCRIPTION SHORTLY ZONES 4-7 GALLON $9.95  3 FOR $27

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Often confused with the true form, yet different & just as nice in every way. It forms a graceful 18″ mound. Leaves zig-zag up and down arching two foot stems, in May topped by feathery, spirea~like, sweetly fragrant white flower plumes nodding at every branch tip. Another show begins with the translucent red berry clusters ripening in fall. The berries have a surreal, pretty, waxy look. It is perfect in woodlands or sunny perennial borders, takes clay well & attracts butterflies! Like the true form it also has very curious looking roots! Zones 4-7 Also called Solomon’s Plume, Zig~Zag, False Spikenard EACH $4.95  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Not a grass, but a delightful dwarf relative of Iris. The perky little, grass~like leaves, only 4 inches tall & partly ever-green, do resemble iris! Come early in spring they light up with blue flowers having yellow centers in a very cheery display. Very easy, in any well drained soil & sun. You can even mix them into lawns where grass is thin & they blend right in. Zones 4-7 EACH $4.95  5FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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This fascinating native can often bloom twice, once in June then again early fall. Carefree and adaptable to full sun or light shade, not picky to soil but better in damp, sometimes seen on stream banks. Can attract hummingbirds. The unique flowers almost resemble little hot peppers standing upright. zones 5-8 EACH $5.95 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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A must, with beautiful, softly lobed, maple shaped leaves 2-4 inches wide, topped by dainty and showy, feathery~white, 6 inch flower spikes in spring. A great woodland and sun plant, it forms dense mats 4 inches high. This charmer is one of the best native groundcover’s or even used as a specimen. Foliage lasts into winter, then turns soft orangey~red with deeper streaking, so you get a treat of winter color! Fast but not a weed & so easy; tolerating Northern Cold, Southern heat. Hybrids have made made of it, yet the native Foamflower here is just as fine, but costs much less! Zones 4-8 also called Coolwort, Gem Fruit, Nancy over the Ground. It is a pretty flower, light and airy in character. EACH $4.95  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Here is a perky, easy plant! It seems to be a perfect ground cover or edger! Spiderwort Blooms Heavily in the spring with waxy, clear purple flowers, then blooms sporadically ALL summer! Fine textured , grass~like leaves can grow to 8 inches high and last into fall. Makes a fine contrast with the other wildflowers, because of it’s neutral foliage. Carefree, loose woodsy soil, clay is ok, sun to ½ shade. Zones 4-8 EACH $5  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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TRILLIUMS …SPECIAL GARDEN GEMS 

True garden gems and contrary to myth, these are easy to grow providing weeks of bloom in spring. Even in My Mother’s small garden in suburban New Jersey they thrived for 20Years; just make sure you provide well drained woodsy soil, though some clay content is ok.

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Loved by all, this trillium has foliage on 8 inch stems and glistening white flowers lasting up to three weeks in mid spring. Bright yellow anthers accent the flowers. Toward the end of bloom the flowers age to a subtle rose pink. Trilliums are not hard to grow despite what you might hear. Pretty foliage has classy deep veining A welcoming plant for your garden! Zones 4-8  EACH $5.95 5 FOR $24 10 FOR $45 30 FOR $129  60 FOR $249

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Large bold waxy foliage that gets to be 12 inches tall, a bit taller then the others. Long lasting deep maroon to scarlet Bloom. Other fine attributes as above. Remember, all trilliums mix well together! Zones 4-8 EACH $5.95 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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Enchanting lacy yellow flowers with an airy, lemon scent! Another beautiful Trillium, like all, that get better each and every year. Zones 4-8  EACH $5.95 5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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Bold crimson red flower petals, point up on this species with mottled, perky, leaves emerging 2 weeks earlier than the other Trilliums. Zones 4-8 EACH $5.95 5 FOR $20 10 FOR $38 30 FOR $109 60 FOR $209

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This is a graceful, cheery, plant, easily grown in light shade to full sun. Fluted, bright yellow flowers dangle on 1 to 2 foot nodding stalks in late April! Pleasing gray~green, compound foliage, sways in the slightest of breezes and lasts long into fall! Patches of Merrybells looks just right popping up near tree trunks & they work well in borders and with other perennials, in woodland gardens or in more sunny areas. Fleshy roots were once used as a poultice on sores. Merrybells form beautiful colonies in short order yet are not invasive! Zones 4-8 Also called Cog Bells, Bellwort EACH $5  5 FOR $18 10 FOR $34 30 FOR $98 60 FOR $189

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Unusual, deeply segmented leaves are repeatedly cut giving a very frilly, fine~textured look, like a fancy parsley or a birds foot. This dwarf, 4-5 inch plant adapts very easily & often blooms again in the fall, forming beautiful patches, yet it is not invasive. Charming clear purple flowers with white highlights, that are quite showy! Any average Soil, light shade to sun. Zones 4-8 Also called Crow Foot, Horse Violet, Velvets EACH $4.50  5 FOR $16 10 FOR $30 30 FOR $85 60 FOR $155

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Easily growable in the U.S., not just Canada! (It is native to the U.S.) Lightly fragrant white flowers with a yellow throat early in the season. It has bold, veined foliage & grows 8-10 inches. This is a vigorous spreader & fills in an area where you need something easy, that grows in sun to ½ shade; tolerates clay! Zones 4-8  EACH $4.50 5 FOR $16 10 FOR $30 30 FOR $85 60 FOR $155