Alnus incana subsp. rugosa (Speckled alder) Size:#2 Pot This plant can form large

This plant can form large colonies and dominate small areas

but can take over a large space over time

Amelanchier canadensis is a an absolutely beautiful small tree (or large shrub) with masses of white flowers each spring

Spotted Joe-Pye Weed is a grand wetland plant

Alnus incana subsp. rugosa (Speckled alder) Size:#2 Pot This plant can form largeAlnus incana subsp. rugosa (Speckled alder) is a native shrub of bogs so it does prefer slightly acidic soils that are wetter. The tree has early spring flowers that are interesting, but not really showy to the layperson. This plant spreads through rhizomes (roots) and can be used quite effectively in stream banks and floodplain plantings, where other species may be difficult to establish. However, be careful, it can be overly aggressive in small