Okanogan fameflower (Phemeranthus sediformis)is a native herbaceous perennial found in a small area from north central Washington State through the south central Interior of BC (to just north of Kamloops). It is a fleshy plant growing from a thick, branched … Continue reading →
Himalayan Fleeceflower (Bistorta affinis) is a perennial groundcover used in home gardens. It was found at mid elevations in the Himalayas area and west toward Afghanistan. It spreads with horizontal stems, filling in quickly. It is suited to … Continue reading →
Spreading phlox (Phlox diffusa) is a mat-forming evergreen perennial native to the Interior of BC, found often in rocky areas, open ridges, and subalpine dry slopes. It develops dark green, needle-like leaves. They are easy to grow in the home … Continue reading →
We have had Cerastium in the garden for 50 years. We originally bought one plant – Cerastium tomentosum – Snow in Summer. It has returned reliably each spring and has spread. Some gardeners think it is an invasive … Continue reading →
Blue-eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium sp.) is a short, stiff perennial in the iris family. It is native to the Interior Plateau, but most of the ones spotted in our area are Idaho blue-eyed grass (Sisyrinchrum idahoense sp.), but Mountain blue-eyed grass … Continue reading →
Soapwort (Saponaria sp.) is a perennial plant which spreads horizontally and blooms for a long period starting in late spring. The flowers open at night and last for about 3 days each, but new buds are always on their … Continue reading →
Perennial sweet peas (Lathyrus latifolius) are vigorous herbaceous vining plants that produce showy (unscented) flowers in late spring and continue to flower for a long time. They are best planted near a fence, trellis, or a wall to climb … Continue reading →
Lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) is a herbaceous perennial (in the Asparagus family), native to woodlands. It forms colonies by spreading through underground rhizomes. Small green leafy shoots with green leaves rise in spring, followed by small, white flowers … Continue reading →
Yellow alyssum (Aurinia saxatilis) is a low-growing hardy evergreen perennial for the home garden. It blooms for 4-6 weeks in the spring with vibrant yellow flowers and grey-green foliage. It is best planted in a sunny and drier … Continue reading →
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a widespread native plant in our area, flowering in late spring and summer. It grows up from rhizomes with ferny foliage. White flowers in “flat” clusters” can be spotted in a variety of habitats. … Continue reading →
