Rewild Natives

07/18/2026

True!

There is a common misconception in the gardening world that all planting must stop in the summer. So for those who don’t know, you can plant native plants in the summer as long as it’s raining or you can water them every few days. Plants are actively growing right now. That means they are putting out new growth and roots and doing what they need to do to survive and thrive. As I tell people, if we can keep thousands of plants alive in containers all summer, you can plant a few in the ground just fine. Fall is the best time for planting large trees that have had their roots cut from being balled and burlaped and it’s definitely a nice time for us as humans to plant. But, if you’re looking longingly out at your yard and wishing you had more bees and butterflies, you don’t have to wait for fall to make it happen.
We will be at the nursery today from 10-1 if you would like to come see what we have. 🦋🥰

06/28/2026

Red Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) - 1 Gallon

(more native species available. ...ask for my list!)

$10

Red Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) is a graceful native perennial with nodding red-and-yellow flowers that bloom in spring, adding vibrant color and delicate texture to woodland gardens and rocky slopes. Its unique blooms make it one of the most recognizable native wildflowers in the eastern United States.

Mature Size: 1–3 ft tall × 1–2 ft wide
Sun: Part shade to full sun
Soil Moisture: Dry to medium, well-drained soil

It is a favorite of hummingbirds and also attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Red Columbine serves as a larval host plant for the Columbine Duskywing butterfly, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly native gardens.

Located in Flat Rock, AL and can meet locally. I am also often in Stevenson, AL and Trenton, GA so I can arrange meetup in those areas as well.

06/27/2026

Primrose-leaf Violet (Viola primulifolia) - 1 Gallon

(more native species available. ...ask for my list!)

$10

Primrose-leaf Violet (Viola primulifolia) is a delicate native perennial with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small white to pale lavender flowers that bloom in spring. It naturally occurs in moist woodlands, seepage slopes, and along streambanks, where it forms attractive colonies over time.

Mature Size: 4–8 in tall × 6–12 in wide (spreading)
Sun: Part shade to shade
Soil Moisture: Moist to wet, well-drained soil

It provides valuable early-season nectar for native pollinators and serves as a larval host plant for several fritillary butterflies, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, rain gardens, and other moist native landscapes.

Located in Flat Rock, AL and can meet locally. I am also often in Stevenson, AL and Trenton, GA so I can arrange meetup in those areas as well.

06/26/2026

Southern Woodland Violet (Viola hirsutula) - 1 Gallon

(more native species available. ...ask for my list!)

$10

Southern Woodland Violet (Viola hirsutula) is a charming native perennial that forms low clumps of softly hairy, heart-shaped leaves and produces delicate violet-purple flowers in early spring. It thrives in rich woodland soils and makes an excellent groundcover for shaded native gardens.

Mature Size: 4–8 in tall × 6–12 in wide
Sun: Part shade to shade
Soil Moisture: Medium to moist, well-drained soil

It provides valuable early-season nectar for pollinators and serves as a larval host plant for several fritillary butterflies, making it an important addition to woodland habitats and native shade gardens.

Located in Flat Rock, AL and can meet locally. I am also often in Stevenson, AL and Trenton, GA so I can arrange meetup in those areas as well.

06/26/2026

Native Coral Honeysuckle Vine (Lonicera sempervirens)1 gallon

I have lots of other native plants available as well. Ask me for my list!

$12

Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) is a beautiful native vine with clusters of tubular red to coral-pink flowers that bloom from spring through summer, often followed by small red berries in fall. Unlike invasive honeysuckles, it is well-behaved and excellent for trellises, fences, and naturalized plantings.

Mature Size: 10–20 ft long × 3–6 ft wide
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil Moisture: Medium, well-drained soil

It attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators, and serves as a larval host plant for the Spring Azure butterfly and the Snowberry Clearwing Moth. Its berries also provide a seasonal food source for birds.

06/25/2026

Another sneak peak of education center progress...don't you just love how whimsical the windows look framed out with native grape vines?!

06/25/2026

Our nursery visitors yesterday!

06/25/2026

Spicebush (Lindera benzoin) - 1 Gallon

(more native species available. ...ask for my list!)

$12

Spicebush (Lindera benzoin) is a fast-growing native shrub with fragrant foliage, clusters of small yellow flowers that bloom in early spring, and bright red berries on female plants in fall. It thrives in moist woodland settings and adds outstanding seasonal interest to native landscapes.

Mature Size: 6–12 ft tall × 6–12 ft wide
Sun: Part shade to shade (tolerates full sun with adequate moisture)
Soil Moisture: Medium to moist soil

It attracts early-season pollinators and serves as the host plant for Spicebush Swallowtail and Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterflies. The berries provide an important food source for birds, and the leaves and twigs have traditionally been used to make a fragrant tea and seasoning.

Located in Flat Rock, AL and can meet locally. I am also often in Stevenson, AL and Trenton, GA so I can arrange meetup in those areas as well.

06/24/2026

Late Purple Aster (Symphyotrichum patens) - 1 Gallon

(more native species available. ...ask for my list!)

$10

Late Purple Aster (Symphyotrichum patens) is a beautiful native wildflower with masses of violet-purple blooms that flower from late summer into fall, providing a vibrant display when many other plants have finished blooming. Its airy habit makes it an excellent addition to meadows, woodland edges, and sunny native gardens.

Mature Size: 2–4 ft tall × 1–3 ft wide
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil Moisture: Dry to medium, well-drained soil

It attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, providing an essential late-season nectar source. It also serves as a host plant for numerous native moth and butterfly species, making it especially valuable for supporting biodiversity.

Located in Flat Rock, AL and can meet locally. I am also often in Stevenson, AL and Trenton, GA so I can arrange meetup in those areas as well.

06/23/2026

Maryland Golden Aster (Chrysopsis mariana) - 1 Gallon

(more native species available. ...ask for my list!)

$10

Maryland Golden Aster (Chrysopsis mariana) is a beautiful native perennial with bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom from late summer into fall, bringing vibrant color to sunny native gardens when many other plants have finished flowering. Its silvery, hairy foliage adds texture throughout the growing season.

Mature Size: 1–3 ft tall × 1–2 ft wide
Sun: Full sun
Soil Moisture: Dry to medium, well-drained soil

It attracts a wide variety of native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it an excellent late-season nectar source for meadows, pollinator gardens, and restoration plantings.

Located in Flat Rock, AL and can meet locally. I am also often in Stevenson, AL and Trenton, GA so I can arrange meetup in those areas as well.