Plants

Rhodotypos scandens

[Black Jetbead]

Relatively trouble-free. Tolerant of a variety of soils and environments, particularly dryness and shade. Commonly becomes straggly if growing in a site that is too dry or too wet.

Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger' [sold as Tiger Eyes®]

[Cutleaf Tiger Eyes Staghorn Sumac]

The Tiger Eyes cultivar makes a great landscape plant as it suckers less than the species, and for it's nice foliage.

Ribes americanum

[American Black Currant]

American Black Currant is a shade and wet soil tolerant shrub species often found in our Indiana woodlands. Small greenish-white flowers bloom in May which leads to dark red to black fruits that ripen in late August/September. When placed in full sun, a brilliant reddish orange fall color is produced but often golden yellow in the fall. The edible fruits are used in jams and jellies and are desirable food source for wildlife. An alternative…

Rodgersia podophylla 'Braunlaub' [sold as Braunlaub Finger-leaf Rodgersia]

[Braunlaub Finger-leaf Rodgersia]

Rosa multiflora

[Multiflora Rose]

Highly invasive. Multiflora rose was imported from Eastern Asia in the late 1700s as an ornamental, in erosion control, and as a living fence. his bush forms dense strands that interfere with other woody species and replaces native plants on forest edges. In Indiana, it is illegal to move, plant, or distribute multiflora rose without a permit, according to DNR DEPP Admin code 312 IAC 18-3-13. It is designated a noxious weed in several states…

Sassafras albidum

[Common Sassafras]

Roots sucker and form thickets, which may or may not be desirable. Sassafras tea contains safrole, a mild carcinogen banned in food products. Iron chlorosis in high pH can turn leaves yellow.

Schizachyrium scoparium 'Purple Arrow'

[Purple Arrow® Little Bluestem]

Sorbaria sorbifolia

[Ural Falsespirea]

Coarse texture and unusual spirea-like flowers give this plant unique summer interest. Best in large-scale situations. Spreads vigorously by suckering if not contained. Intensive root pruning can be used to control spread. Does not do the best in dry soils but does tolerate them. Does poorly in heavy wind. Flowers turn brown with senescence and esthetic is slightly improved by their removal. To some, a bit too coarse in winter habit.

Sorbus aucuparia

[European Mountain Ash]

Stewartia pseudocamellia

[Japanese Stewartia]

In the wild, this specimen can grow up to 60' high, much larger than the mature landscape tree which ranges from 20-40' high. The outstanding, multi-colored bark is rich and flaking, ranging from soft grays and browns to orangish brown. There are no serious pests or diseases for this specimen.