Zone 3

WHITE PENSTEMON (Penstemon Digitalis) 'Foxglove beardtongue'

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Hardiness zones 3-9 Found in open woods, meadows and prairies of the E. U. S., this wildflower produces pretty white-tinted-purple tubular flowers in clusters on 3-4' stems mid-summer; nice in a wild garden or for the back-of-the-border. S/M

BUTTERFLY MILKWEEDWEED (Asclepias Tuberosa)

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Hardiness zones 3-9 Herbaceous perennial native to the American prairies and hardy to -20 degrees F.  Strikingly beautiful herb, with tresses of deep yellow and orange flowers, sometimes nearly red.  Magnetizes monarchs and feeds nectar to the...

WOOLLY VERBAIN (Verbena stricta)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 Also known as hoary verbena, hoary vervain, tall vervain, or woolly verbena, is a North American wildflower. It is a perfect addition to native plant, or pollinator gardens! 

VARIEGATED SOLOMONS SEAL (Polygonatum odoratum) 'Variegatum'

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Hardiness zones 3-9 From arching stems of handsome, variegated, parallel-veined leaves hang pendulous white bells in late spring; wonderful low-maintenance in combination with ferns and astilbes in the shady garden. Sh-PSh/M

CAROLINA ROSE

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Hardiness zones 3-9 Also known as the pasture rose this wonderful eastern U.S. native is found growing in dry to wet conditions; open woods, prairies, stream banks and swamps. Among the most adaptable, this beautiful 3-6' rose is well-suited to most...

BUGBANE (Actaea simplex) 'Black Negligee'

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Hardiness zones 3-9 Lovely lacy black foliage decking dark 2' stems perfectly complements beautiful purple-tinted fragrant white flowers for an eye catching accent or contrast. PSh/M

FRENCH LILAC (Syringa vulgaris) 'President Loubet'

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Hardiness zones 3-8 One of the DARKEST!: the long spikes of huge flowers on this large shrub are reddish-carmine in bud opening to a fragrant deep-purple-red. S/M

LILAC WONDER BLUE (Syringa Vulgaris)

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Hardiness zones 3-7 First introduced in 1989 by the well-known lilac breeder Father John L. Fiala, this compact French lilac variety is also known as 'Little Boy Blue', this wonderful 3-5' shrub produces masses of single, deliciously fragrant, sky-blue...

WHITE SWAMP OAK (Quercus Bicolor)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 This fine 40-60' shade tree is characterized by its dark-gray-brown craggy bark and shallowly-lobed leaves which are glossy, polished green above and white felted beneath (bicolor). The foliage turns glorious shades yellow-orange with...

NINEBARK (Physocarpus opulifolius) "Festivus Gold"

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Hardiness zones 3-8 There will be no "airing of grievances" (F. Costanza) over this Festivus! Its brilliant yellow foliage stays cheerful and bright as it matures to lime green. White spring flower clusters completely cover this upright, semi-dwarf in an...

Japanese Meadowsweet (Spiraea japonica)

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Hardiness zones 3-9 Spiraea japonica, also known as Japanese Meadowsweet or Japanese Spiraea, is a deciduous, perennial shrub native to Japan, China, and Korea. It is a very ornamental plant, with clusters of rosy-pink flowers at the tips of wiry, freely...

Golden Willow (Salix alba vitellina)

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Family: Willow (Salicaceae) Hardy to Zones 2 to 9 Fast-growing perennial tree to 75 feet, native to Eurasia.  This is a preferred type for the herbalscape. Golden willow prefers full sun and ever-moist soil (or daily watering) and will...

Blazing Star (Liatris spicata)

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Family :  Aster (Asteraceae) Hardy to Zones 3 to 9 Herbaceous perennial prairie dweller native to the central and eastern US.  Narrow basal leaves bear showy spikes of purple flowers.  Butterfly attractor.  Traditional usage (Native...

Purple Willow (Salix purpurea)

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Family:  Willow (Salicaceae) Hardy to Zones 3 to 10 (Purple Willow, Purple Osier)  Dwarf willow tree to 9 feet native to Europe and Western Asia, has purple-hued leaves and among all willow species does contain the highest concentrations of...

Meadowsweet (Spirea ulmaria)

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Meadowsweet (Spirea ulmaria) Family:  Rose (Rosaceae) Hardy to Zones 3 to 9 (The Latin name Spiraea ulmaria is synonymous with the Latin name Filipendula ulmaria) Herbaceous perennial to about 4 feet.  Native to temperate Europe and Asia. ...

Garden Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis)

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Family:  Lily (Liliaceae) Hardy to zones 3 to 9. (Mary Washington) Dioecious perennial, native to the Mediterranean.  This culinary asparagus prefers full sun, rich soil and regular watering.  Makes a great addition to the garden as an...

WESTERN SERVICEBERRY (Amelanchier ainfolia)

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Hardiness zones 3-8 A rose family, western North American native tree/shrub  

ARBORVITAE (Thuja occidentalis) "American Pillar"

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Hardiness zones 3-8 This Full Speed A Hedge Arborvitae has been selected for its easy to maintain columnar habit, dense branching, and extremely fast growth rate. A beautiful and versatile cultivar with deep, emerald green foliage all the way to the...

GOLDEN ALEXANDER (Zizia aurea)

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Hardiness zones 3-9 From meadows and swamps of the NE, this 1-2' tall parsnip-like wildflower has much divided (into 3 and again 3) leaves and umbels of tiny yellow early summer flowers (Alexanders?); a pleasing sight” (K. Taylor)...

DWARF ARBORVITAE (Thuja occidentalis) "Tiny Tim"

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Hardiness zones 3-8 Dense, slow-growing and very dwarf (to 12" high x 16" wide in 10 years), this diminuitive conifer is a wonderful bonsai or container subject. S/M 

YELLOW LILAC (Syringa vulgaris) 'Primrose'

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Hardiness zones 3-8 The lovely and totally unique pastel, creamy-yellow flowers of this compact 8-12' lilac make this attractive bloomer a nice surprise. The soft-yellow color is more intense in cooler climates and paler in warmer zones, either way they...

LILAC (Syringa vulgaris) 'Bridal Memories'

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Hardiness zones 3-7 Fragrant, creamy-white single flowers are stunning set against the emerald green leaves of this lush 10' shrub. This is a wonderful variety for bridal bouquets, cut flower arrangements or moonlit gardens. The fragrant blooms are a...

FRAGRANT SUMAC (Rhus aromatica)

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Hardiness zones 3-9 This Sumac native to the southeastern U.S. and Canada has clouds of early small yellow flowers which appear on the stems tips in spring. Colorful, early scarlet fruits and intensely crimson fall color make this 3-6' tall by 6-10' wide...

CONTORTED WHITE WILLOW (Salix) "Snake"

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Hardiness zones 3-9 Even more contorted than S. matsudana, the Snake willow earned its name fairly!; a small (to 12'), pyramidal tree with sinuously contorted branches and finely haired leaves which give it a silvery-white aura; very ornamental...