Rumex crispus, also called curly dock, is a robust tap-rooted perennial growing two to five feet tall. Stems are erect, reddish, and slightly ridged. The elongated, basal leaves grow from 4 to 12 inches long and have wavy margins and lack hairs. Small flowers emerge in dense, green, spike-like, terminal clusters. Entire plants may turn […]

Dodder is an annual seed-bearing parasitic vine in the dodder family. It’s thin, thread-like, yellow or orange stems grow rapidly, entwining and covering their host plants. Dodder seeds germinate in soil and can live on their own for 5 to 10 days until they are about a foot tall.  In temperate areas, Dodder is an […]

The Dog Rose is a scrambling shrub, found in hedgerows, woodland edges, on dunes, and grasslands. It is the most abundant of our native, wild roses, with sweet-scented pink or white flowers that appear in June and July. In the autumn, it produces bright red rosehips that are often eaten by birds and small mammals, […]

Flowering Dogwood is a beautiful shrub to small tree with a straggling, spreading crown. It presents lovely boughs of white inflorescences in springtime forests. In the fall, it is ornamental with bright fruits and deep red, purple, and orange foliage.  Its leaves are opposite, simple, egg-shaped, 3-5 inches long, dark green, with slightly wavy edges. […]

Dutchman’s Breeches is a native perennial wildflower occurring in rich or rocky deciduous moist woods and ravines, and in the mountains. This woodland perennial can spread to cover considerable areas. It prefers humus-rich, acid to neutral soils and tolerates clay soils.   In spring, the basal ferny leaves appear along with a leafless arching stem […]

Tough as nails, Echinacea, commonly known as Coneflower, is a wonderful addition to the landscape, with its brightly colored blossoms enjoyed over a long flowering season. Simple to grow, mostly trouble-free, and thriving on neglect, Echinacea is a reliable performer that is tolerant of almost everything. Echinacea is a truly American plant, originally found in […]

The Edelweiss plant is a charming alpine flower known for its soft, star-shaped blooms and silvery-white foliage. Native to mountainous regions, it has long been admired for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in harsh conditions. Its fuzzy petals give the flower a delicate look, making it a favourite among gardeners who enjoy rare […]

This amazing plant, with its massive leaves looking like elephant ears, makes a triumphant statement, and with its heart-shaped leaves, will captivate your heart into seeing the beauty in this plant. These plants are tuberous and are known to be used in some traditional Asian cuisine.  Originating from Southeast Asia, these plants enjoy loamy, fertile […]

Enchanter’s nightshade is a hairy plant and a member of the willowherb family. It can be found in woodlands, hedgerows, gardens, and even at the foot of old walls.  It especially likes heavy, rich soils. It bears loose clusters of tiny, pinky-white flowers from June to August.  Despite its rather grand name, the plant itself […]