Black Tupelo is a medium-sized shade tree that is hardy in the Twin Cities but underutilized. Similar in size and habit to Acer miyabei “State Street” or Parrotia persica, it has shiny leaves that resemble an ornamental pear and turn brilliant scarlet in autumn. Insignificant green flowers in spring give rise to bluish berries when…

The native common rush forms stout tussocks in damp sunny locations throughout much of North America. An attractive plant seldom used in the garden…

Wow, what a frigid start to the new year! As an antidote to the weather I have chosen a particularly cheerful Plant of the Week…