Maryland Native Keystone Plants – Swamp, Virginia, and Carolina Rose
Swamp, Virginia, and Carolina Rose Native roses (Rosa spp.) are keystone species. Their leaves feed the caterpillars of over 100 species of native butterflies and moths, their flowers provide pollen and nectar for native bees and other insects, and their fruits (hips)...
Native Plant Garden for Erosion Control in Ellicott City, MD
Native Plant Garden for Erosion Control in Ellicott City, MD Our crew tackled this steep backyard slope in Ellicott City, for a homeowner who wanted a thriving native plant garden that would help control erosion. The design included a variety of understory trees,...
Maryland Native Plants: Ageratina altissima – White Snakeroot
Maryland Native Plants Ageratina altissima – White Snakeroot Growing Information White Snakeroot grows well in a variety of moisture and light conditions: it can tolerate medium to wet, well drained soils and full sun to part shade. While it does prefer part...
Maryland Native Plants: Adiantum pedatum – Maidenhair Fern
Maryland Native Plants Adiantum pedatum – Maidenhair Fern Growing Information The Northern Maidenhair Fern is most commonly found in the wild on slopes and ravines in damp and shaded woodlands. This fern has a preference for moist and acidic soils in full shade,...