Canada Goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) A tall, striking perennial with plumes of tiny, bright yellow flowers, vital for providing late-season nectar for pollinators. It plays a crucial role in soil stabilization and supports a wide range of wildlife, including bees, butterflies, and birds, enhancing ecosystem health and diversity.
Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) A cheerful, sun-loving perennial with bright yellow petals and a dark brown center, beloved by pollinators for its nectar and by birds for its seeds, contributing to the health and vibrancy of ecosystems by supporting a diverse range of wildlife.
Spotted Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium maculatum) A robust perennial with tall stems spotted with purple, topped with fluffy, pinkish-purple flower clusters, attracts a plethora of butterflies and pollinators
New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) A vibrant, late-blooming perennial with deep purple flowers and yellow centers, it's a critical food source for pollinators preparing for migration or winter, boosting the health of pollinator populations and adding a burst of color to the autumn landscape.
Fireweed (Chamerion angustifolium) - A resilient, striking perennial with magenta flowers along a tall spike, it's one of the first plants to colonize after fires or disturbances, improving soil health and providing essential nectar for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, playing a vital role in ecosystem recovery and regeneration
Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) - A captivating, nocturnal-blooming biennial with fragrant, yellow flowers that open at dusk, attracting night-flying pollinators like moths. It supports wildlife nutrition and health, while its roots and leaves offer medicinal properties, contributing to both ecological diversity and human herbal practices.
Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) - A moisture-loving perennial with clusters of pink to mauve flowers, it's essential for monarch butterflies as a larval host plant and attracts a wide range of pollinators with its nectar, playing a key role in wetland ecosystems
