Clematis fremontii Farfugium each laden with numerous whorls

each laden with numerous whorls of flowers

often starting as early as April in the Deep South

Ampelaster (Aster) carolinianus thrives in a wide range of conditions

Arisaema saxatile has proven to be a great garden performer

Symphyotrichum oblongifolium 'Fanny' is one of the last asters to flower in our garden

Clematis fremontii Farfugium each laden with numerous whorlsThe prairie native (Nebraska, Kansas) Clematis fremontii is one of the of many little known native non climbing dwarf bush clematis that are strangely missing from widespread cultivation. The dark pubescent stems are adorned with fuzzy oval green leaves. The clumps are topped from June through August with narrow pinkish purple bells, each with recurved tips that reveal the contrasting white interior. Clematis fremontii is perfect for a dry, sunny spot