Saturday, June 1, 2013

A Rustic Natural Touch Can Be Accomlpished With Native Woodland Plants

By Gene Bush


Plants that thrive in wooded areas of North America are famous for their rustic, natural appearance. Furthermore, those who invest in such plants need not be concerned that they will overrun the property or threaten other botanicals. Those in search of the ideal native woodland plants will be pleased to find there are multiple variations from which to choose. Some popular selections include the following:

Trinity lilies, also called wood lilies, are small perennial plants that thrive throughout the North American woodlands. They reach a height of approximately eight inches, and produce broad leaves adorned with large white flowers. The latter change color from spring to fall, shifting from white to pink, and ultimately to a dark burgundy shade.

Leatherwood is a type of shrub that thrives in the Eastern woodland sections of North America from Canada to northern Florida. Such perennials typically grow to a width and height of 4 feet by 4 feet. The shrubs have hardy stems and pale green leaves that change to dark gold in the fall.

Indian pink is a perennial wildflower that grows in the southern half of the United States, from eastern Texas to Indiana. It is also called woodland pink fruit or worm grass, and grows about one foot tall. Indian pinks have lengthy stems featuring unique burgundy or yellow petals that bloom in the shape of a star.

Another popular choice in this category is the white dog tooth's violet. These flowers are called by many different names, such as adder tongues and white trout lilies. The herbaceous perennials thrive in the woodlands of eastern Texas and southern Ontario. They flower at the end of April, reach heights of 12 inches, and do not require much sunlight to grow.

Native woodland plants are an excellent choice for anyone who wishes to add a rustic, natural look to his or her property. They can be purchased at local nurseries or even ordered online. Regardless of the specific type of plant one chooses, he or she will certainly be happy with the aesthetic appeal they add to the landscape.




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