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Mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia; Zones 4 to 9) is a broad-leafed evergreen that flowers in late spring.
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Apache plume (Fallugia paradoxa) is a pretty native shrub that is exceptionally drought tolerant.
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'Howard McMinn' manzanita (Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Howard McMinn') is a California native shrub that tolerates drought and attracts wildlife.
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Native-plant experts in Arkansas recommend wild blue indigo for its architectural presence, including in winter.
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Discover why native-plant experts in Arizona recommend the ironwood tree.
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Native-plant experts from Alabama recommend this four-season plant for USDA Zones 6 to 8.
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Here's an excellent selection for groundcover in moist shade.
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We asked native-plant experts to recommend a favorite native. Alaska's answer was dwarf dogwood, also known as bunchberry.
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Chandelier plant (Kalanchoe manginii) makes a good hanging houseplant, blooming for weeks and tolerating infrequent watering and low humidity
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Japanese pieris (Pieris japonica), also known as lily of the valley shrub, isn't just evergreen, it bears attractive flower buds through fall and winter
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