The garden can be a great source of humor.
Southerners learn plant names early.
They thrive in sun, which increases their flower production.
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While members of the bellflower family, these perennials do not resemble bells.
They start as balloon-like buds.
Bear’s breeches are large perennials, often used as architectural plants.
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Grow in most soils except very wet ones.
They prefer some shade in hotter climates.
Each heart has a petal emerging from the heart shape, which is why it is called bleeding.
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The woodland plant has fern-like foliage that dies back after blooming in hotter climates and returns each spring.
Perfect for shady gardens, bleeding hearts like moist soil but can tolerate some drought.
Be careful where you plant bleeding heart as all parts of it are toxic to people and pets.
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Bugleweed
The Bugleweed is aquick-spreading ground coverwith thick foliage and small, brightly colored flowers.
This plant thrives in shady areas that typically have difficulty growing other species.
Bugleweed produces blue, violet, or purple flowers in mid-to-late spring, reaching almost 10 inches tall.
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Butchers Broom is a relatively common landscape plant because of its unique colors.
These plants thrive in woodlands, hedgerows, deep shade, and coastal cliffs.
It adapts to most soils and tolerates drought.
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Candytuft
Technically a woody shrub, these deer-resistant flowers bloom in a rainbow of hues.
Start growing Candytuft in early fall in warm climates or in the spring in colder areas.
These plants reach maturity in about five to 10 years.
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These flowers are relatively easy to grow, deer-resistant, and resistant to most pests.
They can grow in full sun with poor soil and little water, making them relatively easy plants.
Loose, sandy soil that is well-drained will make them happy.
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The leaves of Dame’s Rocket alternate along the stem, while the flower is fragrant.
In ideal growing conditions, this plant will spread rapidly and can become invasive.
The showy blooms appear in mid-to-late spring.
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Plant in full sun in moist, well-drained soil.
Dancing Girl Ginger can grow 2 to 3 feet tall in containers or gardens.
This plant adds atropical flairto any garden, even when not in bloom.
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Give them lots of bright, indirect light.
Drumsticks
Flowers shaped like small yellow globes and silvery foliage give this plant its Drumsticks moniker.
Start growing Drumsticks six to eight weeks before the last frost, most commonly from seeds.
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This plant can last a long time in a vase, making it ideal for crafts or cuttings.
Firespikes
Firespikes are spiky blooms in bold colors attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
The combination of large green leaves topping the tall ruby-red-hued flowers creates a visually appealing plant in any garden.
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Foxglove
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These tall flowers make a statement in the garden.
Plant in soil that drains well and doesnt stay soggy as foxglove is prone to crown rot.
Provide some shade in hotter regions.
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Foxglove is toxic to people and pets.
These plants spread up to 4 feet wide and grow 4 to 6 feet tall.
Goats Beardgrows in woodlandsand is an excellent garden border plant.
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It can take full sun in cooler growing zones, but prefers some shade.
Overall, Hens and Chicks has minimal maintenance requirements.
Full sun gives them brightly colored foliage, but they can live in a variety of lighting conditions.
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Jack-in-the-Pulpit
Jack-in-the-pulpit has an arching, tubular flower striped or spotted with contrasting colors.
This slow-growing perennial is relatively easy to grow.
Find this species in deciduous woodlands and floodplains.
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Direct sun can scorch its leaves, so plant it in partial to full shade.
Plant in early fall or early spring in moist or wet soil.
This plant is toxic to humans and pets.
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Leopard’s Bane is easy to grow, and the flowers show for several weeks throughout the springtime.
This plant goes dormant after blooming, so use this time to divide the clump if needed.
Plant in partial shade in moist, slightly acidic soil.
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Lobster Claw
Large bract clusters that look like lobster claws are this plant’s calling card.
Give them warm temperatures and bright, indirect light for at least eight hours per day.
A humidifier can help increase moisture.
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The flower stem forms extremely colorful waxy leaves, and it’s from here that the flower groups emerge.
The orange-red berries appear in the summer.
The leaves of this plant are elongated, heart-shaped, and green with variegated patterns.
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This perennial likes full sun to partial shade.
All parts of this plant are toxic to pets and people.
This plant’s moniker derives from the fennel-like, airy foliage that forms around the flowers.
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This plant will bloom for several weeks.
Give it good sun exposure and well-drained, fertile soil.
It tolerates irregular watering and drought.
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Plant in well-draining, slightly acidic, or slightly alkaline soil.
Mother-in-laws tongue, so-called to symbolize the sharp tongue of a mother-in-law, can grow to 6-12 feet tall.
It is toxic to pets.
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Find this plant in woods, old fields, and prairies.
This easy-to-grow member of the mint family blooms in summer and remains until the fall.
Obedient Plant is excellent for attracting pollinators, such as bees and hummingbirds.
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Full sun helps them produce more flowers.
Once established, this plant will spread rapidly.
This plant grows indoors throughout the year in bright, indirect light.
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Pincushion Flower
This flower contains a rounded head that resembles a pin cushion full of pins.
The Pincushion Flower attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
They do best in full sun and make good cuttings to display in a vase indoors.
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Polka-Dot Plant
Broad, pointed,variegated green leaveswith pink and white spots distinguish the Polka-Dot Plant.
A mature plant reaches 1 to 2 feet tall and wide.
This slow-growing and long-living species can take five years or more to double in size.
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When planted indoors, this plant is relatively carefree.
The perennials have stunning flower spokes in bright red, orange, yellow, and other color varieties.
This deer-resistant plant attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
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Theseshowy flowers, blooming in late spring or early summer, have a bloom size of around 1 inch.
The entire plant grows up to 6 inches tall.
This flower adds color to sunny spots.
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Plant in well-drained, sandy soil.
This plant is toxic to people and livestock.
Expect this perennial plant to grow around 1 to 3 tall.
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This bog garden plant goes dormant and flowers in late winter or early spring.
It is also toxic to pets.
Sneezeweed
Daisy-like blossoms with big, dark, yellow-speckled centers characterize Sneezeweed.
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Cut it back early in the summer to encourage blooms and new growth.
It is toxic to humans, pets, and livestock.
Toad Lily
A Toad Lily plant contains spottedflowers that resemble orchids.
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Plant the Toad Lily in an area protected from harsh weather, particularly strong winds.
This plant works well in bog gardens or areas with moist soil and filtered sun.
NC State Extension.Lamprocapnos spectabilis.
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Pet Poison Helpline.Bleeding Hearts.
Poison Control.FoxgloveToxic to the Heart.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.Foxglove.
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NC State Extension.Arisaema triphyllum.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.Jack-in-the-pulpit.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.Lord-and-Ladies.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.Snake Plant.
Oregon State University College of Agricultural Sciences.Scarlet Pimpernel.
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.Skunk Cabbage.
U.S. Forest Service.Plant of the Week: Common Sneezeweed.
NC State Extension.Helenium autumnale.
