Northeast Keystone Native Plant Collection
New England Aster
Cutleaf Coneflower
Old Field Goldenrod
Northeast Keystone Native Plant Collection
New England Aster
Cutleaf Coneflower
Old Field Goldenrod
Ecoregion Native Plant Collection - Mixed Wood Plains
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SKU: AM022118
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Overview
• This Native Plant Collection is suited for the Mixed Wood Plains Ecoregion, which runs from Minnesota through New York and most of New England, including NYC, Boston, Buffalo & Cleveland
• New England Aster, Cutleaf Coneflower, and Old Field Goldenrod are keystone species that provide essential food, shelter, and ecosystem support – especially for birds, butterflies, and native bees
• Our Ecoregion Native Plant Collections make it easy to choose native plants for your region with maximum resources for local pollinators and wildlife
• Grow these low-maintenance native perennials to enhance the beauty of your yard with summer and fall blooms
• This collection of 9 plants can be planted in a sunny garden, meadow, or containers on a balcony or patio
key features
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Birds, Attracts Beneficial Insects, Deer Resistant, Easy To Grow, Low Maintenance, Long Bloom Time, Cut Flowers
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Mature Height
Heights vary from 18" to 10 ft tall
Mature Spread
Covers roughly 20-70 sq ft
Bloom Time
Summer through fall
SKU
AM022118
Description
Our Ecoregion Native Plant Collection - Mixed Wood Plains is designed for avid native plant gardeners and beginning gardeners alike. Enjoy the beauty of resilient native plants in your yard or garden!
The Mixed Wood Plains Ecoregion (Ecoregion 8.1) is an EPA Level II Ecoregion. This ecoregion crosses the northeastern and upper midwestern United States, including portions of Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont, Wisconsin, and all of Rhode Island. Large cities within the ecoregion include New York City, Boston, MA; Buffalo, NY; and Cleveland, OH. This ecoregion is distinguished by its temperate climate, with landscapes featuring flat plains, gently rolling hills, and a mosaic of deciduous and mixed forests.
A keystone species is one that has a significant influence on the diversity of other species in its environment. In terms of the plant world, keystone plants are native plants that provide essential food and shelter to support habitat for wildlife, such as birds, pollinators, and beneficial insects. Keystone plants, including the plants in this collection, are essential for a healthy ecosystem and a thriving web of life.
Our curated perennial collections are a great option for enhancing your existing garden, or giving you a head start when planting a new garden. Repeat the collection to fill larger spaces.
What's in this Collection
Our Ecoregion Native Plant Collection - Mixed Wood Plains includes 9 plants total, with 3 each of the following:
| Name | Quantity | Height | Width | Bloom Season | |
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Cutleaf Coneflower | 3 x Plant - 3" Pot | 3 to 10 ft tall | 24-48" wide | Early summer to frost |
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New England Aster | 3 x Plant - 3" Pot | 48-72" tall (4-6 feet) | 24-36" wide | Late summer to fall |
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Old Field Goldenrod | 3 x Plant - 3" Pot | 18-24" tall | 6-24" wide | Late summer to early fall |