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Gay Butterflies Butterfly Weed
Asclepias tuberosa 'Gay Butterflies'
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Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'
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Sambucus canadensis 'Adams'
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Aronia melanocarpa 'Viking'
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Viburnum nudum 'Winterthur'
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Asclepias incarnata
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Nepeta x faassenii 'Early Bird'
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Pee Wee Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea
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Cephalanthus occidentalis 'SMCBM'
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Phlox divaricata 'Blue Moon'
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Coreopsis pubescens 'Sunshine Superman'
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Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima'
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Major Wheeler Honeysuckle Vine
Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler'
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Ratibida columnifera 'Red Midget'
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Symphyotrichum ericoicoides 'Snow Flurry'
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Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners'
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Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
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Monarda didyma 'Balbalmurp'
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Autumn Gold Willowleaf Sunflower
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FAQ's for Buying American Beauties® Online
What are considered native plants?
What are considered native plants?
Native plants are species that naturally occurred in a region before European colonization, typically before the 1500s in North America. They evolved alongside local wildlife, climate, and soil conditions over thousands of years. The American Beauties® collection features natives from across the United States, from eastern woodland species to prairie wildflowers. True natives are different from "naturalized" plants, which were introduced from other continents but now grow wild.
How do I find native plants for my area?
How do I find native plants for my area?
Start by identifying your USDA growing zone and region (Northeast, Midwest, Southeast, etc.). Many American Beauties® plants have wide native ranges - for example, Purple Coneflower and Butterfly Weed thrive from coast to coast. Check individual product pages for "Native Range" information and filter our collection by your hardiness zone. Native plants from similar climates often adapt well even outside their historic range.
Are native plants better for bees and butterflies?
Are native plants better for bees and butterflies?
Yes, native plants have co-evolved with native pollinators for thousands of years, creating specialized relationships you won't find with non-native species. Native bees, for instance, often emerge from dormancy precisely when native plants bloom. Butterfly species like Monarchs depend on native milkweeds as host plants for their caterpillars. Our collection highlights pollinator-friendly natives that support bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects throughout the growing season.
Do native plants require less maintenance than other plants?
Do native plants require less maintenance than other plants?
Once established, native plants typically need far less water, fertilizer, and pest control than non-natives because they're adapted to local conditions. However, "low-maintenance" doesn't mean "no maintenance" - young plants need regular water their first year to establish deep root systems. After that, most natives thrive on neglect and actually perform better in average garden soil than in heavily amended, fertilized beds.
What is the fastest growing native plant?
What is the fastest growing native plant?
Growth rate varies by species and region, but fast-growing American Beauties® natives include River Birch (2-3 feet per year), Switchgrass (reaches full size in one season), and certain native Hydrangeas like Smooth Hydrangea. For perennials, Rudbeckia and native Asters establish quickly and fill in within one growing season. Keep in mind that "fast growing" for a tree differs significantly from "fast growing" for a perennial groundcover.