Long Island vegetation

Now is the perfect time to set up or refresh your garden with new flowering plants, but don't be fooled by all of the selections out there -- pretty as they may be, not every flowering plant is suitable for Long Island's climate or sandy soil. These native flowering perennials thrive in Long Island's growing conditions, while providing vital food and habitat for native pollinators: 1. Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) Growth Habit: Herbaceous Sun: Full sun When to Plant: After ... Read More