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Linum lewisii

Linum lewisii, commonly known as blue flax, is a useful restoration perennial, with superb garden qualities. The multitude of blue blossoms lasts up to 6 weeks, and adds lovely mid-height color. The foliage stays close to the ground growing under two feet tall, while the flowers reach above about a foot.  It spreads at a moderate rate, […]

Artemisia ludoviciana ssp. ludoviciana

Artemisia ludoviciana ssp. ludoviciana  is a widespread native perennial of North America. Even with its striking silver leaves and ubiquitous nature, it is often an overlooked native plant.  The broad range of  A. ludoviciana over many different ecosystems has produced much variety and in turn has broken the species into several subspecies. Its common names, white sagebrush […]