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The George Washington University
[Going Native]
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[Going Native]
[A Real Environment Improvement]
[MTVCID]
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A Sustainable Neighborhood Initiative
Native Plant Species
(Latin, Common Name)
Quick Facts Photo Below
Juniperus Virginia, Eastern
Redcedar
Smaller evergreen tree with a
strong scent and fruit to attract
birds.
*Needs full sun light
PrunusCaroliniana, Carolina
Laurelcherry
Small cherry tree, loved by
butterflies, insects, and small
birds that will keep out the
mice.
ViburnumDentatum, Southern
Arrowwood
A threatened species of the
honeysuckle family.
Rhododendron Austrinum,
Florida Flame Azalea
An endangered heat tolerant
plant.
Rhododendron Chapmanii,
Chapmans Rhododendron
An endangered purple flower.
CyrillaRacemiflora, Swamp Titi Great for pollinators, can
become a small tree, and
flowers change with the season.
Ilex Vomitoria, Bordeaux A recommended, orderly plant
that can grow into a small tree
with berries, perfect food for
the birds.
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Croton Alabamensis, Alabama
Croton
An extremely endangered that is
urban and heat tolerant.
Viburnumacerifolium,
MapleleafViburnum
A small plant in the honeysuckle
family.
CeanothusAmericanus, New
Jersey Tea
Durable, white flowers
attracting female
hummingbirds.
Ceanothus, Gloire de Versailles Blooms continuously thru thewinter, fantastic pollinator, and
gets quite large.
MertensiaVirginica,Virginia
Bluebells
A hardy plant working well with
daffodils that will not be eaten
by rodents and come back every
year.
Geranium Maculatom, SpottedGeranium
Considered the best geraniumfor this area.
AmsoniaTabernaemontana,
Eastern Bluestar
An endangered species, great
for pre-season planting.
ChrysogonumVirginianum,
Green and Gold Pierre
An endangered slow spreading,
tolerant, dense plant with a long
blooming season.
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OenotheraFruticosa,
Narrowleaf Evening Primrose
A native of this Piedmont
territory and is of special
concern, additionally it helps to
relieve many ailments.
Salvia Urticifolia, Nettleleaf Sage This shrub likes shade but growsin the sun as well and is
particularly endangered in near-
by Maryland.
Mirabilis Multiflora, Colorado
Four Oclock
Perfect for hanging baskets or
pots.
Echinacea Angustifolia,
Blacksamson Echinacea
A beautifulsmooth coneflower
that is endangered along withbeing the only native Echinacea
toDC.
AsclepiasPurpurascens, Purple
Milkweed
A very high producer of nectar,
perfect for the honeybees and it
is endangered.
AsclepiasExaltata, Poke
Milkweed
An extremely attractive shrub
for monarchs, which is also ofspecial concern in terms of
endangerment.
AsclepiasAsperula, Spider
Milkweed
Very attractive to pollinators,
yet highly deer resistant.
AsclepiasVariegata, RedringMilkweed A disappearing native plantswith low water use, great for the
side of the road.
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DyschoristeLinearis, Polkadots The pale lavender and purple
flowers, attract butterflies and
blooms thru October.
SpigeliaMarilandica, IndianPink/Wormwood
It can attract hummingbirds,used as a medicinal herbit is
an overall great plant.
Euphorbia Corollata, Flowering
Spruge
Though this plant is small the
first year planted, it is great
every year after as it is fragrant,
blooms into October, as well as
is considered a necessary
pollinator.CunilaOriganoides, Common
Dittany
Remains pretty in the winter,
and also can be used for
medicinal purposes.
SolidagoOdora, Sweet
Goldenrod
Along with having great nectar,
the leaves can even be used to
brew tea.
SymphyotrichumDivaricatum,
White Wood Aster
It has great ground cover,
though the plant needs part
shade and also blooms into
October.
PassifloraIncarnata, Purple
Passionflower
A very beautiful shrub, which
runs 3 to 6 feet underground,
producing a plum like fruit that
is a perfect food for birds.
OenotheraSpeciosa, Pink
Evening Primrose
If contained, very suitable for
balconies and boxes as it is a
rapid grower, but very beautiful
attracting birds and pollinators,
highly resistant to deer.
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These suggested native plants are based upon research and specific recommendations
made by the National Garden Curator for the US Botanical Gardens in bringing natives to
the urban Capitol. Pictures are provided byhttp://www.wildflower.org
Why Natives?
Helps to preserve the species of the area Can match the finest cultivated plants or even surpass with their natural beauty Far more resistant as they are indigenous to the area Have evolved with this climate and urban atmosphere Respond fruitfully to the climate, soil, seasonal rainfall, drought, and frost Require less attention, labor, and expensive additives such as fertilizer Less expensive overall in purchasing costs
Some Background on the Mount Vernon Triangle environment
Atlantic Coastal Plain bordered by the Piedmont Plateau within the close vicinityof the Potomac River creating high to medium groundwater levels
Composed of sedimentary rock great for agriculture and plants Mostly flat land, particularly in the Mount Vernon Triangle Area Humid Subtropical Climate, has mild winters and hot moist summers, these
native plants have adapted to such a climate
Perfect Planting Season
Early to late fall, allowable because of the location of WashingtonD.C. One of the best times to plant perennials, annuals, trees, and shrubs as it is after
the last frost date
Roots can grow throughout autumn and most of winter Need less water than if planting in the summer/spring Also cheaper at this time of year because of garden sales Have the ability to plant perennials and bulbs together at once
Where to Buy
Enchanters Garden: mail order, prices range from $7-12 per pot(http://www.enchantersgarden.com/)
Fairweather Gardens: specializing in native trees, shrubs, and perennials by mailorder (http://www.fairweathergardens.com/)
Mail Order Natives: in the business for 13 years, also sell at wholesale prices andquantities (http://www.mailordernatives.com/servlet/Store
Front)
Green Spring Gardens: in Fairfax, VA, has a horticultural center also educationalprograms (http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/gsgp/)
Nature by Design: in Alexandria, VA, works with and sells native plants(http://www.nature-by-design.com/)
Nearly Native: also mail order, was given as a recommendation as they are veryspecialized (http://www.nearlynativenursery.com/index1.cfm)