National Pollinator Week
November 3, 2022: Plant of the Week- Deschampsia cespitosa (Tufted Hairgrass)
The Deschampsia cespitosa, or Tufted Hairgrass is a clumping perennial grass that can grow from 1 to 3 feet tall. It’s found widely from coastal marshes to moist areas in the mountains. It grows best in moist to well drained… Continue reading
October 20, 2022: Plant of the Week- Vancouveria hexandra (Inside Out Flower)
The Vancouveria hexandra (Inside Out Flower), is a rhizomatous, perennial that can grow from 7 to 20 inches tall. It’s found in moist shady areas, where it grows the best. The foliage is small, heart shaped leaves that are lobed… Continue reading
October 6, 2022: Plant of the Week- Tolmiea menziesii (Piggy-back Plant)
The Tollmiea menziesii, or the Piggy-back Plant, is a perennial that can grow from 1 to 2 feet tall. It’s found in moist wooded areas, and grows best in moist to well drained soil with full to part shade. The… Continue reading
September 8, 2022: Plant of the Week- Symphoryotrichum subspicatum (Douglas Aster)
The Siymphoryotrichum subspicatum, or Douglas Aster is a rhizomatous, perennial that can grow from 1 to 3 feet tall. This plant is found along moist wood, stream banks, and shore lines. It grows best in well drained soil with full… Continue reading