{"title":"Home page","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"lanceleaf-coreopsis-coreopsis-lanceolata","title":"Lanceleaf Coreopsis","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 1991 North Carolina Botanical Garden Wildflower of the Year,\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003eCoreopsis lanceolata \u003c\/i\u003e(\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eZones 4-9)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"35\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e is the quintessential cheerful native. It is a hardy, clump-forming perennial that produces a profusion of bright, daisy-like yellow flowers with fringed petals. It is one of the most reliable ways to bring a sense of \"wildflower meadow\" to even the smallest residential patch. It acts as a vibrant foreground plant, filling in gaps with its narrow foliage and keeping the color going from late spring into early summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Native Nectar Station\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis plant is a high-traffic hub for our local\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSweat Bees, Leafcutter Bees, and Syrphid Flies (the tiny, harmless hoverflies that help control garden pests). Because the flowers are flat and open, the nectar is easy for everyone to reach. It also serves as a host plant for the Silvery Checkerspot Butterfly. Once the flowers fade, the seed heads become a natural bird feeder, specifically attracting American Goldfinches who love to cling to the stems and pluck the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Site Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis is a \u003cem\u003etough love\u003c\/em\u003e plant that thrives on lean conditions. It is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003eDrought-Proof Specialist\u003c\/b\u003e that actually prefers poor, sandy, or rocky soils over rich, heavily fertilized garden beds. If the soil is too \"good,\" the plant may get a bit floppy or experience \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"284\"\u003eLodging\u003c\/b\u003e—keeping it hungry keeps it upright and tidy. Full sun is essential for a heavy bloom cycle. In the Southeast, it is an excellent choice for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"432\"\u003eErosion Control\u003c\/b\u003e on sunny banks or as a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"471\"\u003eLiving Border\u003c\/b\u003e along driveways and sidewalks where heat radiates. To keep the plant tidy and encourage a second flush of flowers, we recommend a quick de-heading with a hedge trimmer; this extends the bloom time and manages re-seeding in one go. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Good Plant Company","offers":[{"title":"Pint","offer_id":47909006147798,"sku":"CL-PT-2026","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quart","offer_id":48283215266006,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/3079\/5990\/files\/MedRes_core-lanc-spec01-001.jpg?v=1773163213"},{"product_id":"foxglove-beardtongue-penstemon-digitalis","title":"Foxglove Beardtongue","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003ePenstemon digitalis \u003c\/i\u003e(Zones 3-8)\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003e,\u003c\/i\u003e is a versatile native that brings vertical structure and elegance to the early summer garden. Unlike many other Beardtongues, this species is incredibly adaptable, standing its ground in the garden without the need for staking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis plant is high-value \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"60\"\u003eSpecialist Bee Forage\u003c\/b\u003e, specifically designed for long-tongued bees and hummingbirds. The \"beardtongue\" inside the flower tube forces bumblebees to wiggle deep inside, ensuring a messy and effective pollen exchange. It is a critical nectar source during the late spring gap when early blooms have faded but summer stars haven't yet arrived. After the flowers pass, the architectural seed pods remain upright, providing visual interest and a food source for songbirds into the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Site Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis is one of the most adaptable natives for the NC Piedmont. While many \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"98\"\u003ePenstemon\u003c\/i\u003e species require the gritty, fast-draining soils of the West, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"169\"\u003eP. digitalis\u003c\/i\u003e is a verified \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"196\"\u003eClay Specialist\u003c\/b\u003e that handles our heavy, moisture-retentive red clay with ease. It thrives in\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade, making it a perfect \"bridge\" plant for wood-line edges or transitional garden beds. To keep the plant tidy and encourage a second flush of flowers, we recommend a quick de-heading with a hedge trimmer; this extends the bloom time and manages re-seeding in one go. It is remarkably \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"593\"\u003eDeer-Resistant\u003c\/b\u003e and stays in a polite clump, making it a reliable \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"658\"\u003eSoil Stabilizer\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"677\"\u003eLiving Border\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePenstemon digitalis \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"1\"\u003e\"\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/plants\/penstemon-digitalis\/\" title=\"Form\"\u003eForm\u003c\/a\u003e\"\u003c\/b\u003e by \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:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/User:Michael_w\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjhqMXb4pqTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ4QM\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMichael Wolf\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 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 rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjhqMXb4pqTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ4gM\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCC BY-SA 3.0\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. Attribution: Michael Wolf, Penig.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Good Plant Company","offers":[{"title":"Pint","offer_id":47933274095830,"sku":"PD-PT-2026","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/3079\/5990\/files\/FormFormMichaelWolfPenigCCBY-SA3.0.jpg?v=1773334666"},{"product_id":"scarlet-rose-mallow-hibiscus-coccineus","title":"Scarlet Rose Mallow","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003eHibiscus coccineus\u003c\/i\u003e (Zones 5-9) is a high-impact perennial that brings a tropical aesthetic to the Southeastern landscape without the high-maintenance requirements of non-native hybrids. It is prized for its massive, 6-inch crimson star-shaped blooms and elegant, deeply lobed foliage. While it can reach heights of 6–8 feet, it maintains an airy, \"see-through\" habit that provides vertical structure at the back of a border while remaining refined enough for smaller managed landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis plant is a critical pollinator resource, serving as a mandatory nectar source for the Rose-mallow Bee. Its deep red, trumpet-shaped centers act as a high-visibility beacon for Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, who rely on its mid-to-late summer bloom window for high-energy forage. It is a verified host for the Gray Hairstreak and Painted Lady butterflies, along with the Common Checkered Skipper and specialized moths like the Delightful Bird-Dropping Moth. Once the blooms fade, the woody stalks and ornamental seed pods remain upright, providing architectural interest and perching sites for songbirds throughout the winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Site Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA true native workhorse of the Southeast, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eHibiscus coccineus\u003c\/i\u003e thrives in the hot and humid summer conditions of the NC Piedmont. While it is a natural fit for pond edges or rain gardens, it is remarkably adaptable to average garden soil as long as it isn't allowed to fully dry out, making it a premier choice for rain gardens or low-lying spots where water tends to settle. It performs best in full sun to ensure strong stems and the most prolific blooming. Pinching the stems back by half in early June will encourage a bushier, multi-branched habit and maintain a lower, more compact profile without sacrificing blooms. Though a vigorous grower, it stays in a polite, upright clump and does not spread aggressively. In late winter, cut the stems back to 12–24\"; this creates essential nesting \"apartments\" for native stem-nesting bees while making way for the rapid new growth of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Good Plant Company","offers":[{"title":"Quart","offer_id":47948380766422,"sku":"HC-QT-2026","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plug","offer_id":48328563294422,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/3079\/5990\/files\/MedRes_hibi-____-spec09-001.jpg?v=1773679558"},{"product_id":"purple-coneflower-echinacea-purpurea","title":"Purple Coneflower","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003eEchinacea purpurea \u003c\/i\u003e(Zones 3-8) is a rugged, long-blooming native that anchors the summer garden with its iconic pinkish-purple rays and orange-bronze cones. Unlike many short-lived cultivars, this straight species is a resilient perennial that holds its structural integrity throughout the heat and humidity of a North Carolina summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis is a high-traffic pollinator hub. During the summer, the wide, flat blooms provide an ideal landing platform for Monarchs, Swallowtails, and a massive variety of native bees. For the Homegrown National Park® gardener, the value extends into winter; the dried cones are packed with oil-rich seeds that are a primary winter food source for\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003esongbirds. Leaving the stalks standing provides both a natural bird feeder and nesting sites for native bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Site Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e While it thrives in full sun, it is one of the few coneflowers that can tolerate part shade without losing its vigor. It is a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"150\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eClay Specialist\u003c\/b\u003e that handles our regional red clay with ease, provided it isn't in a standing bog. Its fibrous root system makes it a more adaptable garden resident than other coneflowers, allowing it to be divided or moved with high success. Once established, it is remarkably deer-resistant and stays sturdy through intense Piedmont summers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Good Plant Company","offers":[{"title":"Pint","offer_id":47949240008918,"sku":"EcPu-PT-2026","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quart","offer_id":47949240041686,"sku":"EcPu-QT-2026","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/3079\/5990\/files\/MedRes_echi-purp-spec11-001.jpg?v=1773693910"},{"product_id":"monarda-punctata-spotted-bee-balm","title":"Spotted Bee Balm","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMonarda punctata\u003c\/i\u003e (Zones 3–9), features unique tiered blooms with spotted cream flowers and striking neon-pink bracts. This species is top-tier \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"144\"\u003eSpecialist Bee Forage\u003c\/b\u003e in the Southeast, attracting the Great Black Wasp (a beneficial, non-aggressive katydid hunter) and endangered specialist bees. As a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003eLepidopteran Host\u003c\/b\u003e, it supports the Gray Marvel moth and provides high-potency nectar during the mid-summer gap. It offers a distinct, architectural look that provides a designed aesthetic while remaining incredibly rugged in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Site Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThis species is a supreme \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"26\"\u003eDrought Resistant\u003c\/b\u003e specialist that prefers full sun and well-drained spots. It is a fantastic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"119\"\u003eLiving Border\u003c\/b\u003e plant for sunny walkways where its aromatic foliage can be brushed against. 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Rattlesnake Master is a premier \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"146\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eSpecialist Bee Forage\u003c\/b\u003e, attracting a massive diversity of beneficial insects, including the specialist Rattlesnake Master Borer Moth and various predatory wasps that provide natural pest control. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eSite Care \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eRattlesnake Master is a fantastic, no-maintenance plant. It is exceptionally \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"89\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eDrought Resistant\u003c\/b\u003e once established, thanks to a deep, vigorous taproot that anchors it firmly in our local clay. 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