Category: Huntsville Botanical Garden
Where to get native plants for your yard
So, you have heard about how native plants are tough, beautiful, and help support birds and pollinators. Maybe you have spent the last year (or years) eradicating those pretty, monstrous, invasive plants that crept into your yard. You are ready … Continue reading
What’s Growing On – September 2019
Impatiens capensis, commonly known as jewelweed, is a herbaceous annual that typically occurs in low woodlands and swampy areas throughout North America. This native plant is a member of Balsaminaceae (the Balsam family), and grows 2-5 feet tall and 1.5-2.5 … Continue reading
What’s Growing On – August 2019
Don’t let the rain get you down -this month we are featuring a few plants that like it wet! Come to the Garden to see these shade-loving beauties in person! Clethra alnifolia, commonly known as Summersweet or, is a deciduous … Continue reading