The Indian tobacco plant naturally occurs in fields, open woods, and roadsides. Several tiny lavender or blue-violet to white flowers in terminal, leafy, elongated clusters. Adapted to poor soil, sun to part sun. The plant was used by Native Americans. Plants in the genus Lobelia are not edible. 

This very adaptive plant can be grown in average soil and light conditions, but prefers full to partial sun and moist to slightly dry soil that is rich in organic content.  Its favorite habitat includes moist fields, gardens, pastures and along woodland edges. The plant is the larval host for the Clouded sulphur butterfly. Could be included as a ground cover. Its tendency to profligate in damp, moist conditions may be present in turf grass.  

New England American-aster is large and showy. The perennial's hairy, clasping leaves are arranged densely on its stout stems. Showy, bright, rose-purple flowers with orange-yellow centers bloom in profusion at the tips of the leafy branches. Nectar source for Monarch butterflies, Pearl Crescent (Phyciodes tharos) an Checkerspot butterflies. Flowers last until frost. Maintenance of this plant include dividing root systems every several years to keep the plant growing vigorously.

A shrubby perennial with 1 to 10 ft. long, arching, leafy stems, often rooting at the tips. Arching stems have showy, dense clusters of bell-shaped deep pink flowers. The leaves resemble a willow, although not related.  Wherever a stem touches the water, air-filled, spongy tissue may develop. Good for large bog gardens and pond margins, often arching over the water.

In the rose family, this multi-stemmed sprawling shrub has a white flower, turning to a red berry, maturing when the berry darkens. Commonly forms broad colonies with slender, prickly with thorns, arching canes. Berries are valuable for song birds, game birds and mammals. Flowers hold value for bumble and honey bees. 

White Vervain is an upright perennial wildflower. It grows naturally along woodland edges, meadows, fields, and disturbed habitats. The inconspicuous white flowers rest on long inflorescence branches. The plant acts as a nectar source for bees, wasps, butterflies, and flies. Also, the seeds are also consumed by songbirds.

White Avens is a great choice for moist, shaded gardens. It can tolerate increased sun with increased moisture. It may tolerate temporary dryness. The flowers attract pollinators, and the seeds are eaten by songbirds. The seedheads have curved barbs and may stick to clothing or fur. May have a weedy tendency in an area that is regularly disturbed. 

Staghorn Sumac is a beautiful addition to a large native garden. Pollinators and songbirds prize this small, colony-forming tree for its large flower and fruit clusters. There are separate male and female plants. Only the females produce fruit, but the males are required for fertilization. Over time, this plant will spread through the production of root suckers. The fruit can be harvested in the fall and has a tart flavor. It can also be made into a drink called 'Sumac-ade.' Pet safe.

Great Blue Lobelia is a great choice for shaded gardens. It may also be planted in full sun if the soil is kept moist. This wildflower prefers consistent moisture, and is a good choice for rain gardens. The beautiful blue flowers bloom from midsummer to early fall, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Toxic if eaten.

Coastal Joe Pye Weed is an herbaceous perennial that can grow up to 5 feet tall. This is one of the smaller plants in the genus. It is loved by all kinds of pollinators, such as Eastern Tiger Swallowtails and Carpenter Bees. The pale pink to purple flowers open late summer to early fall, and the fruit that follows is nutritious for songbirds before winter. It is tolerant of deer, salt, and high moisture, being found in the wild in coastal swamps. The leaves will crisp if allowed to dry out. Safe for pets.