Sanguinaria canadense

Aconitum uncinatum (Eastern Monkshood) New   Our native Eastern Monkshood with rich, royal purple, hooded flowers gracing arching stems skirted with lacey deep green leaves. The vibrant blossoms pop up playfully in unexpected places as stems weave amongst neighboring plants. Blooms mid to late summer. Zone 5.

Actaea pachypoda (alba) Doll’s Eyes    Creamy white flower clusters in spring transform over summer into impressive clusters of pea-sized white fruits, each with a prominent dark spot,(eye), on top. Adding to the display is the eye-catching contrast between the white fruits and the deep purple pedicels to which they are attached. Fruits mature by mid to late summer and remain effective into fall, conspicuously presented well above the attractive, finely dissected foliage; overall height is 30”. Long lived and effective as a specimen and especially striking when massed. Grow in shade in rich, moist soil. A choice woodland native. Zone 3.

Actaea pachypoda ‘Misty Blue’  A new look for this already attractive woodland perennial, adding a soft, bluish-green cast to the finely cut foliage. White flowers are followed by dense clusters of white fruit, each with a distinct black dot or 'doll's eyes'. And as if that weren't enough, the white fruit are carried on vivid, bright red pedicels for a dynamic, eye-catching display in the shady border. Fruit persists for 4-6 weeks,(fruit is poisonous). Grows 2-3' high and does best in part to full shade with fertile, moist but well drained soil. Zone 4.

Anemone nemorosa    A welcome harbinger of spring that blooms in April/May with masses of starry, double white flowers that float just above dark green, deeply-cut, foliage. At 4" tall, it’s perfect for underplanting spring-blooming shrubs or taller bulbs such as daffodils. Given dappled shade and rich soil, they will multiply happily, but mark their spot, as they tend to go dormant in summer. Native throughout much of Europe and into Eastern Asia. Zones 5-9,  

Anemone nemorosa ‘Wilkes Giant’     A welcome harbinger of spring that blooms in April/May with masses of starry, white, extra large flowers that float just above dark green, deeply-cut, foliage. At 4" tall, it’s perfect for underplanting spring-blooming shrubs or taller bulbs such as daffodils. Given dappled shade and rich soil, they 'll spread by stolens to form larege colonies, but mark their spot, as they tend to go dormant in summer. Native throughout much of Europe and into Eastern Asia. Zones 5-9,

Anemonella thalictroides (Rue Anemone)      One to five upward-facing white to light pink flowers over fine fern-like foliage, 6-9" high.  Will form tidy clumps and self-sow to form sizable colonies that will carpet the woodland garden with charming white blooms for many weeks in spring. Grow in part to full shade in reasonably fertile as well as moist soil. Zone 4.. 

Anemonella thalictroides ‘Cameo’      Fully double light pink flowers that slowly fade to white. They can last from 4 to 8 weeks in April-June. This is one of the easiest to grow, it tends to multiply faster than most of the other double forms. Zones 4-8. 12 in. Moist well-drained soil. Shade to part shade. We are offering flowering size plants from divisions.

Anemonopsis macrophylla      One of the Japanese aristocrats. This hard to find woodlander forms clumps of cimicifuga-like foliage topped with nodding, waxy lilac flowers in late summer. Likes a cool moist position. Zones 4-7. 3 ft. Shade to part shade, moist rich soil.

Arisaema fargessi (Chinese Cobra Lily)   A Chinese species, this plant has very large tripartite leaves and large maroon striped flowers that look like a cobra's head. It comes up late and blooms in late June to July. Will offset quite freely, forming a nice clump. Zone 5.

Arisaema sikokianum    Best known of the Japanese cobra lilies, with whie golfball-sized spadix inside a purple spathe. Mid-spring bloom. Cold hardy but needs good winter drainage. Zone 4. 20ins. tall. Part to full shade.

Arisaema triphyllum    (Jack-in-the-Pulpit) Red berries, late summer into fall. Western Massachusetts genotype. Blooming size plants. Zones 3-8. 12-30 in. Part shade, humus-rich, slightly acid soil and plenty of moisture.

Arisaema urashima    This species has broad, multi-divided leaves and a dark brown, whip-like spadix that snakes out of the maroon and white striped spathe. An easy plant to grow that will offset freely. Blooms in mid- May . Zone 5.

Asarum europeum (European Ginger)     See under perennials.

Astilboides (Rodgersia) tabularis      Amazing, large, rounded, dark green leaves up to 3' across! Very architectural and fanciful. Creamy white, astilbe-like flower plumes are carried above the leaves in June-July but the eye-catching feature of this plant is the foliage.  Grows 3' high and wide. Requires rich, organic soil that's evenly moist but not soggy. Part to heavier shade is where they're usually sited but sun is ok as long as the soil remains consistently moist. An excellent choice for pond or stream side planting. Always dramatic and attention-getting and very effective combined with plants of contrasting texture such as Variegated Solomon's Seal, burgundy leaved Cimicifuga, and Japanese Silver Painted Ferns. Zones 5-7.

Caltha palustris (Marsh Marigold)     An early spring flowering native with large, bright yellow flowers above shiny, deep green leaves. Frequents wet places but will adapt to rich, reasonably moist garden soil. Grows well in full sun if ample moist is present, otherwise, part shade is best. Zone 3..

Caulophyllum thalictroides (Blue Cohosh)    The unfurling redish-purple leaves of this native are beautiful to behold in early spring. Once expanded, the foliage turns blue-green and provides handsome texture. In spring, whitish, yellow-centered flowers appear above the foliage and give way in late summer to marble-sized berries that change from green to waxy blue-black. Grows 1-2ft. tall and prefers moist, rich soil. Full sun to light shade. Zone 3.

Cimicifuga americana     (American or Mountain Bugbane) Similar to C. racemosa but a bit smaller. It’s most distinctive feature is its late season flowering starting in early fall. Makes a nice addition to any shade garden as it mixes well with ferns, hosta, and other wiidflowers. Only 3-4’ tall. Zone 4.

Cimicifuga japonica (Cheju Island form)   This superior form comes from Darrell Probst and offers compact foliage and prolific flowering. In early spring, the foliage often emerges with a purple hue before turning green. In late summer, a single mature plant can produce 12-15 graceful white flowers spikes of, 4-5ft. tall. Very resistant to leaf spot. Zone 4.

Cornus canadensis BUNCHBERRY    A slow spreading ground cover with white upfacing flowers over overlapping whorled leaves. Red berries in late summer. Best grown in a deep cool mulch. Circumboreal. Zones 2-6. 6-8 in. Shade to part shade, moist acid soil.

Cypripedium ‘Aki’New    This hybd. has very large flowers with light pink pouches and burgundy and cream streaked petals and sepals. Flower size and color does vary somewhat. It’s the first lady-slipper to bloom out here in western Massachusetts with C. ‘Gisla’ coming in just behind it. Up to 2’ tall. Zone 3.

We’re selling large, blooming size Cypripedium

Cypripedium kentuckiense (Kentucky Lady-Slipper)   The largest-flowered of all the Cyps with pale yellow blossoms on 20" stems. Blooms late May or June for up to four weeks. One of the easiest to grow; some plants can have up to 20 blooms. Plants offered are blooming size. Zones 3-9. 18-24 in. Light shade, moist rich well-drained soil.

Cypripedium ‘Michael Alba’ New     This is the white form of C. ‘Michael’ and it’s a real eye-catcher! Medium to large-sized blooms start out pale green, turn to soft cream and then slowly fade to white. 16-18” high. Zone 3.

Cypripedium ‘Philipp’      The flowers of this cultivar are the shape and size,(large), of C. kentuckiense but the color is a soft pink to light purple, (darker in cold weather, lighter in warmer weather). The sepals and petals tend to be a rich burgundy. Very heat tolerant and easy to grow. 24" tall, and large leafed. Blooms mid-season. Zone 3.

Cypripedium ‘Rita Alba’ New     A charming dwarf hybd. with creamy white pouches with reddish-brown veining, and dark brown sepals and petrals. It emerges slowly but steadily and develops a stout, strongly upright form. 8-10” high and completely irresistible! Zone 3.

Cypripedium ‘Sarah Louise’ New     Flowers range in color from pure white to light pink, white with pink spotting, and all the way to deep pink. Displays a strong growth habit, forming large clumps reaching up to 36” tall. A late season bloomer that sadly but ever-so-sweetly brings the lady-slipper blooming season to a close. Zone 3.

Diphylleia cymosa (Umbrella Leaf)     A bold, large-leaved, shade lover grown for its foliage effect, flowers and berries. Tightly folded, reddish-brown domes emerge in spring and unfold into broad, deeply toothed, dark green, nicely textured leaves. In May, arching flower stems appear above the leaves carrying flattened, upright disks of creamy white flowers that later become dark blue, pea-sized berries displayed on bright red pedicels for an eye-catching contrast. Under favorable conditions plants will form large, stately clumps, 30-60" high. The bold foliage and exceptional berry/pedicel display make these plants effective companions for other large, shade loving perennials and shrubs. Also very impressive in drifts. Grow in shade, in rich, evenly moist soil. Zone 4.

Disporopsis perneyi (Evergreen Solomon's Seal)    With attractive purple spotting on the arching stems and leathery evergreen foliage, this plant makes a terrific groundcover. The creamy white, tubular, bell-shaped flowers dangle from leaf asxils in late spring. Has wintered here in zone 5 for three years without a problem. 15ins. tall. Zone 5.

Disporum flavum (Korean Fairy Bells)     A rarely seen but easy-to-grow shade loving plant that, when happy, forms sizable clumps of tall, 30” stems carrying large, dangling, yellow bells in spring followed by pea-sized, blue berries in the fall. Makes a choice addition to any woodland garden. Zone 3.

Disporum sessile ‘Variegatum’   (Variegated Fairy Bell) White spring-blooming flowers and broadly striped cream leaves. Will spread to form a sizable colony, 12-14ins. tall. Zone 5.

Disporum smilacinum (Star-Flowered Fairy Bell)    This is the green leaf form of the species. With starry white flowers in May-June, this attractive plant will form a dense ground cover and should be given some room to spread. Best used in large gardens or plantscapes. 16-20” tall. Grow in part to deeper shade with reasonably moist soil, though plants will tolerate dryer soil. Zone 4. 

Epigaea repens Trailing Arbutus / Mayflower New     Low, woody branches clothed in evergreen, leathery, olive-green, oval leaves that spread slowly, eventually forming sizable mats. Charming small, pink, fragrant flowers are clustered at the stem tips in spring. In the nineteenth century, plants were heavily collected for use in seasonal decorations to the extent that their survival became threatened. Efforts to protect the Mayflower eventually led to the founding of the New England Wild Flower Society. Prefers acid moist, but well drained soil, becoming more drought tolerant as they become established. Zone 3.

Erythronium dens-canis (Trout Lily) New    This is a rarely offered early spring blooming ephemeral with lilac to soft-pink, six-petaled, reflexed flowers that bloom on 8in. stems over a pair of narrow, elongated blue-green leaves. Plants go dormant by early June and return The following year.

Gaultheria procumbens WINTERGREEN    Shiny evergreen leaves, white bell flowers in spring, followed by deep red berries that stay on the plants all winter in to spring. Can form a nice groundcover even in dry shade. Native to eastern North America.  Zones 2-8. 4-6 in. Part sun to shade, moist to dry soil.

Gentiana andrewsii(Bottle Gentian)    An Eastern North American native with erect stems, 24-30ins. high and dark blue flowers, 1½ ins. long, completely closed. Blooms late summer. Grow in evenly moist soil, in sun to very light shade. Zone3.

Gillenia trifoliata (Bowman's Root)  Large numbers of one-inch star-shaped white flowers on wiry red branches . Flowers freely late May through June. Plants have a sturdy, upright habit with a shrub-like appearance. When in bloom, the glistening white flowers resemble white moths flitting through the branches. This under-used plant not only adds shape and texture, but it also thrives in dry, shady sites. Eastern U.S. native. 2-3 ft tall. Part shade, average garden soil. Zones 4.

Gillenia trifoliata ‘Pink Profusion’    With this new introduction, Bowman's Root is now available in a pink form. Both the pink and the white forms are everything one could ask for in a hardy perennial; sturdy, upright, lacquered burgundy stems, handsome, dark green, red-tinted leaves and loads of delicate flowers that gently stir on every summer breeze, and, a preference for part to heavier shade. Zone 4.

Glaucidium palmatum   This rare Japanese woodlander has large silky purple-pink flowers over full maple-like leaves. Blooms for up to three weeks in spring. We offer a selected form that is strong growing. It can in time produce large two-foot round clumps covered with flowers, often with two blooms per stem. Zones 3-8. 14-24 in. Shade to part shade, rich moist well-drained soil.

Hepatica americana ‘NC Marble’ New     A cultivar with North Carolina provenance with leaves beautifully marbled with white and dark green. Flowers are most probably blue but had to say with certainty,(could be mauve or white). 6" high. Grow in full to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Zone 4.

Hepatica japonica New     These plants came to us from a grower who obtained his seed for a Japanese hepatica breeder. The flowers are an outstanding mix of pinks, blues and purples and the leaves may be heavily patterned. 4-6" high. Zone 4.

Hepatica nobilis    (blue flowered form) This is the European form of Hepatica with deep blue flowers that emerge in early spring, followed by tri-lobed leaves. Hepaticas are among the loveliest of early spring blooming, woodland plants. Without peers in the charm department! Grow in light to full shade in rich, moist but drained soil with a neutral or higher pH. Zone 4.

Hylomecon japonicum    (Japanese Wood Lily)  Rich yellow-orange flowers over pinnate foliage, blooming April through May. Can form nice colonies but not invasive. Native to the mountains of Japan, Korea, and northeastern China. Rarely available. Zones 5-9. 8-10 in. Shade to part shade, rich soil.

Iris cristata See under Perennials.

Iris versicolor ‘Gerald Darby’    Similar to the species in general appearance and cultural requirements but differing in having purple-maroon flowers and, especially distinctive in having dramatic purple-black fronds that add considerable ornamental appeal beyond the more familiar, plain green forms.

Jeffersonia diphylla Twinleaf    White flowers in May followed by interesting pipe-shaped seed pods over large, twin, kidney-shaped dusty blue-green leaves. Forms nice clumps and is useful both as a specimen plant and planted in mass. Best in a moist site, but tolerant of both drought and root competition once established. Eastern U.S. native. Zones 3-8. 10-12 in. Full or dappled shade, moist humus soil.

Jeffersonia dubia Asian Twinleaf   Older plants can have up to 50 upward-facing blooms of a blue to lavender-blue that can be seen from hundreds of feet away. It's one of the first plants to bloom here every year. The leaves form after the plant has flowered. Easy in the garden, this highly-sought-after plant is suitable for even the beginning gardener. Native to Japan, China, and Korea. Zones 4-7. 10-16 in. Shade to part shade, garden soil.

Mertensia virginica VIRGINIA BLUEBELLS    Shoots rise in early spring as the ground thaws. Flowers start as clusters of pink buds, then open up to bright blue bells. After blooming for several weeks, seeds ripen, and the plant begins to fade, going dormant in early July. Native to eastern woodlands. Zones 3-8. 12 in. Part shade, moist humus soil.

Pachysandra procumbens New    (Allegheny Spurge)   An eastern North American species with bottlebrush flowers in early spring and large mounded, silver-mottled leaves. Clump-forming. Zones 4-8. 8-12 in. Full to part shade.

Paeonia japonica JAPANESE WOODLAND PEONY    I’m pleased to have this rare peony for the shade garden back on the list. It is a strong growing plant with gray-green foliage and single white flowers with yellow stamens. It blooms in May followed in late summer by bright red seed heads with dark blue seeds. These are 3 and 4-year-old plants. Zones 4-8. 18-24 in. Part sun to light shade, good rich soil.

Paeonia obovata var. Willmottiae (Asian Woodland Poppy)   A robust plant with large, single, white flowers with yellow or dark maroon stamens. Blooms later in May than P. japonica and develops the same beautiful seed pods that open to reveal a satiny red cushion nestling dark blue, bead-like seeds. The seed pods of both this variety and P. japonica rival their flowers for beauty. 30-40" tall. Grow in part shade in rich, moist but well drained soil.

Paris quadrifolia New      (Herb Paris/True Lovers' Knot) A relative of trillium, Paris has a single flower consisting of green, thread-like petals borne over a whorl of four leaves. The sepals stay in place until the single purple fruit ripens and splits to discharge seeds. This is a slow spreading form that will form attractive colonies over time. 8-12" high. Full to part shade. Zone 3.

Podophyllum hexandrum 'Majus HIMALAYAN MAYAPPLE     A clump-forming mayapple with pink upward-facing cup-shaped flowers in early spring, before the brown, marbled leaves are fully developed. Followed by four-inch egg-shaped seed pods. Zones 4-8. 16-20 in. Part shade, moist rich soil.

Podophyllum peltatum Mayapple    Large white flowers under umbrella-like leaves. Spreads vigorously. Blooms in May. Eastern U.S. Zones 3-8. 12-15 in. Full or part shade, moist rich soil.

Polygonatum (Chinese species)    A standout among the Solomon's Seals with white and green bellflowers along the leaf axis, on zigzagging red-tinted stems. A strong spreading colonizer. Originally from a collection obtained in Tu Man Ling, Jilin Province, China, in 1989 by James Waddick, this form has never been clearly identified. Zones 5-8. 12-14 in. Part sun to shade, garden soil.

Polygonatum commutatum Giant Solomon’s Seal    The majestic arcs of P. commutatum grace the shade garden, and feature white bell-shaped flowers followed by attractive blue berries. Blooms in spring. A large natural tetraploid form. Eastern U.S. Zones 3-8. 4-6 ft. at maturity. Full or part shade, good loam.

Polygonatum chinese species    (Chinese Solomon's Seal)  A standout among the Solomon's Seals. White and green bellflowers dangle from the leaf axis, on zigzagging red-tinted stems. A strong, spreading, colonizer. Originally from a collection obtained in Tu Man Ling, Jilin Province, China, in 1989. This form has never been clearly identified. 12-14ins. high. Zone 5.

Polygonatum cryptanthum Hidden Flower Solomon's Seal    One of the more unique and coveted forms of Solomon's seal. The white flowers are set under a pair of yellow-green bracts, hence the name 'hidden flowers'. The arching stems are 12-15 inches long. Zone 4.

Polygonatum lasianthum New     A very attractive Asian Solomon's seal from South Korea and Northern Japan. The small woolly flowers stand out almost horizontally on long stems allowing a better view of the flowers through the narrow lance-shaped leaves. Slow spreading rhizomes will form a large clump over time. 14-20" high. Zone 4.

Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum' VARIEGATED SOLOMON'S SEAL    This plant has arching stems with paired leaves, white bell-shaped flowers followed by blue berries. Blooms in spring. The white and cream striping on this strong-growing form are what makes this one so popular. Native of Europe. Zones 3-8. 20 in. Full or part shade, good loam.

Rubus odoratus (Purple-Flowering Thornless Raspberry) New     This native raspberry offers showy, deep purple, rose-like, 1-2” fragrant flowers over large, fuzzy, maple-like leaves on thornless stems. Flowers appear June-July, followed by small, but edible fruit. Bark exfoliates in winter adding winter interest. Though primarily clump forming, plants do send out the occasional runner which is easily dug out. In the wild, plants often find a favorable spot to grow beside a country road and, more than once, I’ve found myself stopping to admire their unexpected touch of color in the otherwise green landscape. 4’ tall with an open vase shape. Grow in part shade in reasonably moist soil. zone 3. 

Sanguinaria canadense     In early spring, pure white, 1½" wide, rayed flowers appear, last for a few days, and then are gone. Though one wishes they held longer, the flowers possess such delicate beauty that it's enough to enjoy even a fleeting glimpse. After bloom is finished, attractive round, gray/green, leaves increase, sometimes up to 10ins, across, forming tight, gradually spreading colonies suitable as modest woodland ground covers. 9-12ins. high. Grow in shade, in moist but well drained soil. Evenly moist soil becomes more important when plants are expected to perform as groundcovers through the season. Zone 3. 

Sanguinaria canadense ‘Multiplex’ (Double Bloodroot)    Double, pristine white, rayed flowers 1½" across in early spring. Flowers open bulging with petals, looking like small Gardenias. Their stay in the garden is brief, several days depending on the weather, but their exceptional beauty makes a lasting impression and leaves the gardener looking ahead to their reappearance next spring.  The leaves are large, round, blue-green in color, forming attractive, dense colonies that are suitalble as shady groundcovers. 8-10" high. Grow in shade with moist but well drained soil. Zone 4.

Saruma henryi    A ginger relative with downy heart-shaped leaves and bright, lemon- yellow flowers most heavily produced in spring and then intermittently through summer, 2ft. tall. Grow in shade with reasonable moisture. Easy to grow and a willing self-seeder. Zone 5.

Smilacina racemosa (False Solomon’s Seal)      Bold, easy to grow woodland plants with graceful, arching stems similar to true Solomon’s Seal. Stems are lined with large, deeply veined, light green leaves and topped with showy creamy-white flower plumes in spring. Flowers are followed by equally showy, large clusters of berries that begin white and eventually mature to red.  The 3’ tall stems spread moderately slowly and do not present a maintenance problem. Extras are easily removed. Grows in moist, acid soil in part to full shade, native. Zone 3.

Spigelia marilandica     Long, narrow crimson buds peel back to reveal bright yellow interiors,(also cream and chartreuse). One of natures fireworks displays, stunning. Blooms in July from bushy clumps 12-16ins. tall and wide. Grow in moist, light shade. Very late to emerge in spring. Be patient, it’s worth the wait. Zone 4.

Stylophorum diphyllum WOOD POPPY    Mounds of deeply cut leaves. Two-inch yellow flowers, late spring. Very popular and easy to grow plant, great with Virginia Bluebells. Eastern U.S. Zones 4-8. 24-30 in. Full to part shade, moist humus soil.

Syneilesis aconitifolia SHREDDED UMBRELLA PLANT    A large clump or colony of these is a real standout in the shade garden. The umbrella leaves are striking as they come up in the spring. Easy to grow, native of China. Zones 4-8. 18-24 in. Part sun to shade, garden soil.

Syneilesis palmata New   Shredded Umbrella Plants adds a distinctive, exotic look to our northern temperate shade gardens with their fascinating shredded foliage. S. palmata is a bit smaller than S. aconitifolia, with leaves that are slightly less shredded and more glossy green. 14-16" tall. Easy to grow in average soil in part to full shade. Zone 4.

Tricyrtis flavum see under perennials T

Trillium erectum (Wake Robin)  The most common native Trillium, its large, dark maroon flowers herald the arrival of spring throughout the New England woods. Grows 12-18ins. tall with flowers held boldly above the foliage. The Wake Robin has a definite liking for acidic, moist soil in part to quite heavy shade. Easily establishes in gardens. Zone 3. limited supply.

Trillium grandiflorum    (Great White Trillium)  To come upon a drift of glistening Great White trillium is to understand why it is one of the most admired of all native wildflowers. In spring, large, pure white flowers are carried well above the foliage on sturdy stems. Their simple elegance imparts a sense of tranquil beauty unmatched in the spring woodland or in the spring wildflower garden. The white flowers eventually turn pink before giving way to the large seed pods. Plants grow 12-18ins. tall and require reasonably moist, organic soil with a pH around neutral or slightly acid. Easy to grow under favorable conditions, and reasonably quick to establish colonies through self sowing. Zone 3.

Trillium luteum New   (Yellow Toadshade Trillium)  Stalkless yellow flowers nestled atop a set of leaves beautifully mottled with silver, mildly fragrant. 10-18" tall. Requires full/dappled shade and moist, humus-rich soil with a neutral pH. Clump forming. One of the easiest trillium to grow when favorable conditions are provided. Zone 4.

Trillium recurvatum New    (PrairieTrillium)  This is a long blooming form with dark maroon flowers. It has very rect stems and thin mlottled leaves. It gets its name from the strongly recurved sepals that curve back against the stem. The form we're offering is taller than most and forms larger clumps once established. 12-14" tall. Light shade with moist to wet soil. Zone 4.

Trillium sulcatum New   (Southern Red Trillium) One of the most beautiful and easy to grow trilliums. This stately, upright plant has broad leaves and an erect springtime flower. Most will bloom red but a few might be white or pink due to genetic variety. Native to southeastern U.S. 10-14" high. Shade to part shade with moist, neutral to slightly acid soil. Zone 5.

Triosteum himalayanum New       Though shrub-like in appearance, it is nevertheless an herbaceous member of the honeysuckle family. The large, rounded, fuzzy leaves provide a soft backdrop for the eye-catching clusters of gumball-sized red fruits that hold from late summer into autumn. 24” tall. Native to China. Grow in shade in garden soil of even moisture. Zone 5.

Uvularia grandiflora      Soft yellow, elongated, bell-shaped flowers dangle from the upper portion of tightly clumped, gently arching stems. Blooms in spring, fragrant. Leaves are long and narrow, blue-green in season turning yellow in autumn. 16" high. Adapted to part and full shade with moist, neutral soil.  A no-fuss, choice woodland gem that delights with charming, fragrant flowers in spring and then continues to catch the eye with its attractive habit and foliage. The overall appearance is reminiscent of the smaller Solomon's Seals. Zone 4.

Uvularia sessilifolia ‘Blizzard’New    A gem of a plant for the shade garden with leaves that are mostly creamy yellow with specks of green scattered over the leaf surface. Only 4-8” high and does best in average, reasonably moist. Zone 3.

Vancouveria hexandra (White Inside-out Flower) New       Plants bear a resemblance to Epimedium with dense, Thalictrum or Aquilegia-like foliage on moderately fast spreading rhizomes. Curious, small, white flowers that are best appreciated close up bloom in spring. Requires shade and soil that's moist in spring and either continued moist or drying out somewhat in summer. Not often seen in Northeastern gardens. Makes an excellent shady groundcover that is easily kept in bounds if needed with an annual digging around the edges. Zone 5.