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Polygonatum biflorum, Commonly called Solomon’s seal. Native to south, central Canada. Easily grown in average, medium to wet, well drained soil, in part shade to full shade. Prefers moist, humusy soils. Slowly spreads by rhizomes to form colonies in optimum growing conditions. For more information on natives that do well in shade visit the Halton Master Gardeners website and look for our newsletter “CROSS POLLINATION”. The link is in our BIO! #native #nativeplants #nativeperennials #ecofriendly #polygonatumbiflorum #shadeplants #shadelovingplants #shadelivingplant #shadelovingnative #lovegardening #gardenlife #mygardenlife #mygardenflowers #nativegardener

Maianthemum stellatum, commonly called false Solomon’s seal, starry false Solomon’s seal or star flower is a creeping perennial that is native to moist woods, slopes, prairies and meadows from British Columbia to Newfoundland. For more information on natives that do well in dry shade visit the Halton Master Gardeners website and look for our newsletter “CROSS POLLINATION”. The link is in our BIO! #perennials #nativeperennials #nativegroundcover #nativeplants #gardening #gardeningtips #gardeninglife #plants🌿 #horticulture #ecofriendlygardens #ecofriendly #groundcover

Eurybia macrophylla, Commonly called large-leaved wood aster, another native shade loving perrenial with many excellent characteristics. It is sometimes planted in wooded areas more for its foliage effect than for its fall flowering which is sometimes sparse. This perennial grows 2-4’ tall. It is native to woods and clearings from Nova Scotia to Minnesota south to Illinois, Ohio and North Carolina. Flat-topped clusters of flowers with violet to pale blue (rarely white) rays and yellow centers bloom in August and September. Flowers are attractive to butterflies. For more information on natives that do well in dry shade visit the Halton Master Gardeners website and look for our newsletter “CROSS POLLINATION”. The link is in our BIO! #perrenials #biodiversity #biodiversityconsevation #conservation #biodiversity2020 #protectbiodiversity #garden #gardening #perrenialgarden #natives #pollinators🐝 #pollinatorsofinstagram

CAREX pensylvanica, CAREX plantaginea, Pennsylvania and Seer-sucker sedge, these native, shade loving perrenials are a great option at the front of the border. Pennsylvania sedge can even be used as a lawn substitute. It forms a turf that never needs mowing or at most two or three times per year. For more information on natives that do well in dry shade visit the Halton Master Gardeners website and look for our newsletter “CROSS POLLINATION”. The link is in our BIO! #biodiversity #biodiversityconservation #biodiversity2020 #protectbiodiversity #prairieproud #prairie #prairieview #prairielife #garden #perrenials #perrenialgarden #perrenialplants #nativeplants #gardeninglife #gardenlove #ontarionativeplants #halton

Actaea pachypoda, White baneberry is another native plant suitable for dry shade. This plant features delicate white flowers in Spring and bold red stems with white berries called “Dolls Eyes”. Be aware that the plant is poisonous, including the leaves, stalk, and especially the berries. This is not a good choice of plant for gardens where children may roam. For more information on natives that do well in dry shade visit the Halton Master Gardeners website and look for our newsletter “CROSS POLLINATION”. The link is in our BIO! #biodiversity #biodiversityconservation #biodiversity2020 #protectbiodiversity #prairieproud #prairie #prairieview #prairielife #garden #perrenials #perrenialgarden #perrenialplants #nativeplants #gardeninglife #gardenlove #nativeplants #ontarionativeplants #halton

DRY SHADE, is one of the most difficult growing conditions in the landscape. If you’re committed to growing natives, you might think that will add to the challenge. Fortunately there are some fantastic native plants available that offer a solution. In the February issue of CROSS POLLINATION (our newsletter) we provide a few suggestions. Acquilegia canadensis commonly known as Canadian columbine, is a lovely, delicate spring/early-summer blooming wildflower with fern-like foliage, that provides nectar to butterflies and hummingbirds. For more suggestions on natives that will perform well in dry shade visit our website to read and subscribe to “CROSS POLLINATION”. The link is in our BIO. #pollinators #pollinatorplants #nativeplantsofnorthamerica #gardeninginthecity #gardeninginspiration #healthygardens #gardeninglove #gardenlove

Upcoming Events

Halton Master Gardeners Monthly Meeting March 4, 2020 at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Please contact Halton Master Gardeners at: haltonmastergardeners@gmail.com Presentation on the Cootes to Escarpment EcoPark system.
Seedy Saturday March 28, 2020 at 9:00 am – 3:00 pm More info: http://www.miltonhortsociety.com/event/seedy-saturday/
Halton Master Gardener Meeting at 7:00pm April 1, 2020 at 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Please email haltonmastergardeners@gmail.com for information . Business meeting chair: Kate
Easter April 12, 2020 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

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