{"title":"Fall Bloomers","description":"\u003cp\u003eLate-season natives that carry the garden through September and beyond. These plants are critical migratory fueling stations and provide seed for overwintering birds when most other plants have gone dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dense-blazing-star","title":"Dense Blazing Star","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/i\u003e (Zones 3-8) is a fantastic vertical accent for the summer garden. Unlike most plants that bloom from the bottom up, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"155\"\u003eLiatris\u003c\/i\u003e spikes (3-5' tall) bloom from the top down, ensuring a long-lasting purple display. Its fine, grass-like foliage provides a soft, structural contrast to the bold leaves of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"357\"\u003eEchinacea\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"370\"\u003eRudbeckia\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Ecological Exchange\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThis is a high-traffic nectar hub. The dense floral spikes are a magnet for Monarchs, Swallowtails, and a vast array of native bees and hummingbirds. Because the flowers are tightly packed, they offer a high-efficiency fuel source for migrating insects. In the fall, the seed heads are frequently visited by small songbirds. To support stem-nesting bees, avoid cutting \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003eLiatris\u003c\/i\u003e to the ground in fall. Instead, trim stalks to 12–15 inches in late winter. This 'stubble' residue provides vital nesting cavities for native bees while new spring growth quickly hides the old stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Site Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eWhile most \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003eLiatris\u003c\/i\u003e species crave dry desert conditions, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003eL. spicata\u003c\/i\u003e is uniquely adapted to the wetter, clay-heavy soils of the Southeast. It thrives in full sun and can handle moisture better than its cousins, making it perfect for rain gardens or heavier Piedmont soils. It grows from a corm (a flattened, bulb-like structure) and will naturalize over time into a stunning vertical colony. \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/i\u003e takes up very little horizontal space (only about 12–15 inches wide), individual plants can look \"lonely.\" Clusters of 3 or 5 create a much stronger architectural statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003ePhoto:\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e \"Erect stems with purple flowers\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/liatris-spicata\/\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"37\"\u003eKathleen Moore\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is licensed under \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/4.0\/\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjx3vLFy7iTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQuwo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Good Plant Company","offers":[{"title":"Pint","offer_id":47926653649110,"sku":"LS-PT-2026","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/3079\/5990\/files\/Erectstemswithpurpleflowers.Erectstemswithpurpleflowers.KathleenMooreCCBY4.0.jpg?v=1774449502"},{"product_id":"little-bluestem-schizachyrium-scoparium","title":"Little Bluestem","description":"\u003cp class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2022 Perennial Plant of the Year®\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium \u003c\/i\u003e(Zones 3-9)\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003e,\u003c\/i\u003e is one of our favorite grasses for the home landscape due to its year-round interest. While it starts the spring as a tidy clump of blue-green blades, it truly comes alive in late summer and fall. As the weather cools, the entire plant shifts into a striking palette of bronze, orange, and deep wine-red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Foundation for Songbirds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis grass is a powerhouse for local wildlife. It serves as a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003eLepidopteran Host\u003c\/b\u003e for several species of Skipper Butterflies, including the Crossline Skipper. For homeowners, the real draw is the winter interest; the sturdy stems stay upright through the weather, providing critical cover and nesting material for ground-nesting bees and overwintering songbirds. American Goldfinches and Juncos are frequent visitors, clinging to the stems to feast on the high-protein seeds throughout the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Site Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis is a high-performance, low-input plant. Little Bluestem is an exceedingly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"77\"\u003eDrought Resistant \u003c\/b\u003eplant that thrives in the hottest, driest spots of your yard. It is also a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"171\"\u003eClay Specialist\u003c\/b\u003e that handles our heavy Piedmont soils with ease, provided it is planted in Full Sun. Avoid heavy fertilizers or rich compost, which can cause the stems to get too \"lush\" and flop over (a condition known as \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"393\"\u003eLodging\u003c\/b\u003e). It is an ideal solution for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"431\"\u003eErosion Control\u003c\/b\u003e on sunny slopes because of its deep, fibrous root system. Once established, it is a plant that only requires a quick cut-back to about 4 inches in late winter to make room for new spring growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Good Plant Company","offers":[{"title":"Pint","offer_id":47930106020054,"sku":"SS-PT-2026","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/3079\/5990\/files\/MedRes_schi-scop-spec__-001.jpg?v=1773164327"},{"product_id":"sweet-joe-pye-weed-eutrochium-purpureum","title":"Sweet Joe-Pye Weed","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eEutrochium purpureum\u003c\/i\u003e (Zones 4–9) is a majestic, vanilla-scented perennial that colors the late-summer landscape. It produces massive, dome-shaped clusters of pale pinkish-purple flowers atop sturdy, dark-green whorled foliage. Unlike other Joe-Pye varieties, this species is more tolerant of partial shade and slightly drier conditions, making it a versatile choice for woodland edges or gardens with shifting light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eThis species is a magnet for Tiger Swallowtails and a documented host for the Eupatorium Plume moth. \u003cem\u003eE. purpureum\u003c\/em\u003e is a critical nectar source during the mid-to-late summer gap, supporting a high volume of butterflies, skippers, and specialized bees. Its consistent performance in the Piedmont makes it a foundational element for maintaining pollinator diversity before the transition into fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eSite Care \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eThis plant excels in the rich, moisture-retentive clay common to the RDU area. It thrives in full sun but maintains excellent color and form in part-shade, making it perfect for the edge zones of a typical managed landscape. It prefers consistent moisture but is notably more drought-tolerant than other Joe-Pye species once the root system is mature. We do recommend cutting back by half at the end of June to make the height more manageable. The spent flower heads turn into tawny seed clusters that provide winter interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003ePhoto: \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/150923916@N03\/35460219174\/in\/photolist-aarqAq-ebQN2w-2of8y2G-8nVEud-2of75j1-8ncMPc-ykTrAL-yyj1Yt-W2uTKd-8nVHR1-wzHUqV-xftA2j-2of4wRX-p4WbaM-ebQNq3-wRbbeu-p4V2Rg-abrPmP-wV6YrJ-xPN9Xd-xf7o56-c3vLFY-2prWhHw-2pruWLg-Lhv9Bf-wzCPKU-wzMxfF-2prBNn1-ebKaeV-xujUXs-2prBihX-xxeftR-2prBii3-xf3DJw-xf2t43-ynqzHT-xxgiJz-wzCXMW-2q3uWVQ-2q3BKC3-2qaxrqU-2ryn4ki-2ryn8XD-2rhtHzy-2ro8g8V-2ro8bcw\"\u003eJoe-Pye Weed (Eutrochium purpureum)\u003c\/a\u003e\" by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/150923916@N03\/\"\u003eZoe Roane-Hopkins\u003c\/a\u003e is licensed under \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjx3vLFy7iTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ1A0\" data-hveid=\"0\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003ePhoto: \"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/demartigny\/6014019908\/in\/photolist-aarqAq-ebQN2w-2of8y2G-8nVEud-2of75j1-8ncMPc-ykTrAL-yyj1Yt-W2uTKd-8nVHR1-wzHUqV-xftA2j-2of4wRX-p4WbaM-ebQNq3-wRbbeu-p4V2Rg-abrPmP-wV6YrJ-xPN9Xd-xf7o56-c3vLFY-2prWhHw-2pruWLg-Lhv9Bf-wzCPKU-wzMxfF-2prBNn1-ebKaeV-xujUXs-2prBihX-xxeftR-2prBii3-xf3DJw-xf2t43-ynqzHT-xxgiJz-wzCXMW-2q3uWVQ-2q3BKC3-2qaxrqU-2ryn4ki-2ryn8XD-2rhtHzy-2ro8g8V-2ro8bcw\"\u003eEutrochium purpureum\u003c\/a\u003e\" by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/people\/demartigny\/\"\u003eCharles de Mille-Isles\u003c\/a\u003e is licensed under \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjx3vLFy7iTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ1A0\" data-hveid=\"0\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY 2.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Good Plant Company","offers":[{"title":"Quart","offer_id":47955030507734,"sku":"EuPu-QT-2026","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/3079\/5990\/files\/MedRes_eupa-purp-spec05-002_33de0f62-7212-4ac3-a504-b7819712952a.jpg?v=1774461369"}],"url":"https:\/\/thegoodplantco.com\/collections\/fall-bloomers.oembed","provider":"The Good Plant Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}