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Middle Tennessee is home to music, amazing vistas and hill tops, world class small towns and plenty of kind-hearted people. However, one of the most amazing features of this region is the richness and diversity of native plant life. Because Middle Tennessee is situated in an ideal climate — characterized by its warm, humid summers and mild winters — the region is ideal for growing a wide range of plants that offer a myriad of textures, shapes, and, of course, colors.
If you are looking to add a pop of color to your Middle Tennessee landscape, there are plenty of native plants perfect for your garden, flower-bed or outdoor space. Here are just a few you should consider incorporating into your design.
#1: Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium Purpureum)
Joe Pye Weed is a tall, striking perennial that is native to the Eastern United States, including Middle Tennessee. It gets its name from the Native American herbalist who used it as a remedy for various ailments. This plant grows up to 6-8 feet tall and produces large clusters of small, pinkish-purple flowers that bloom in late summer. The leaves are large and green, adding a lush texture to the plant.
#2: Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia Hirta)
Black-eyed Susan is a classic wildflower that is widely recognized and loved for its cheerful yellow flowers and distinctive black central disk. It is a hardy plant that is well adapted to the conditions in Middle Tennessee, growing 2-3 feet tall and producing masses of flowers from mid-summer to early fall. This plant is an excellent choice for naturalizing in meadows or for use in mass plantings.
#3: Ironweed (Vernonia Noveboracensis)
Ironweed is a striking native wildflower that produces tall spikes of intense purple flowers in late summer and early fall. This plant grows up to 6 feet tall and is well adapted to the conditions in Middle Tennessee, tolerating both dry and moist soils. The leaves are large and green, adding a lush texture to the plant, and the stems are stiff and sturdy, making this an excellent choice for use in naturalistic gardens or for providing structure and interest in the back of a border.
#4: Cardinal Flower (Lobelia Cardinalis)
The Cardinal Flower is a beautiful native wildflower that produces spikes of brilliant red flowers in late summer and early fall. This plant grows up to 4 feet tall and is well adapted to the conditions in Middle Tennessee, thriving in moist soils along streams and in low-lying areas. The leaves are bright green and glossy, adding a lush texture to the plant, and the stems are stiff and sturdy, making this an excellent choice for use in naturalistic gardens or for providing color and interest in the middle or back of a border.
#5: Goldenrod (Solidago Spp.)
Goldenrod is a native wildflower that produces clouds of tiny yellow flowers in late summer and early fall. This plant grows up to 6 feet tall and is well adapted to the conditions in Middle Tennessee, tolerating both dry and moist soils. The leaves are bright green and glossy, adding a lush texture to the plant, and the stems are stiff and sturdy, making this an excellent choice for use in naturalistic gardens or for providing color and interest in the middle or back of a border.
#6: Blue Wild Indigo (Baptisia Australis)
The Blue Wild Indigo is a native wildflower that produces spikes of blue flowers in early summer. This plant grows up to 3 feet tall and is well adapted to the conditions in Middle Tennessee, tolerating both dry and moist soils. The leaves are large and green, adding a lush texture to the plant, and the stems are stiff and sturdy, making this an excellent choice for use in naturalistic gardens or as an accent plant in a mixed border.
As you can see, there are many beautiful and colorful native plants to choose from when landscaping in Middle Tennessee. These plants are well adapted to the local climate and offer a range of textures, shapes, and, of course, colors to create a dynamic and diverse landscape. Whether you are looking to create a wildflower meadow, a naturalistic garden, or just add a pop of color to your yard, incorporating these native plants into your design is sure to create a beautiful and sustainable landscape that you will enjoy for years to come.
Landscape Solutions always strives to use plants that are well-adapted to the local climate, and native plants are a natural choice for this reason. Not only do they require less maintenance and water, but they also provide critical habitats for local wildlife, such as pollinators, birds, and small mammals. So, next time you are considering adding plants to your landscape, think about the beauty and benefits of incorporating colorful native plants from Middle Tennessee.
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