Native Wildflowers
In winter, the strong stems and interesting seed heads of Rosemallows add structure to the garden, and are useful in dried arrangements.
Vibrant Groundcover
Cultivars of moss phloxx tend the palette of color options to magenta, lavender-blue, and pink/white striped.
Beneficial Shrubs
The flowers of Summersweet plants provide food for native bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, and a variety of songbirds eat the seeds.
Non-invasive Trees
Many bees are supported by the nectar and pollen provided by the flowers of Eastern redbud.