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Reeve's Spirea
(Spiraea reevesiana)
Also commonly called "Bridal Wreath"
because of its romantic sprays of pure white blooms.
Byzantine Gladiolus
(Gladiolus byzantinus)
This common Old-South homestead plant repeats
and multiplies reliably in the Walled Garden. |
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Flowering Dogwood
(Cornus florida)
This beautiful native understory tree is difficult
to establish south of Lake Ponchartrain but can be grown successfully
in the right spot.
Coral Honeysuckle
(Lonicera sempervirens)
This evergreen native vine is a wonderful addition
to any hummingbird gardener's yard. |
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Polyantha Jasmine
(Jasminum polyantha)
Incredibly fragrant and profusely blooming Polyantha
Jasmine adorns the posts of the Discovery Garden's popular Worm
Dig exhibit.
Native Azalea
'Varnadot Phlox Pink'
(Rhododendron canescens)
Nothing compares with the beauty and fragrance
of a native azalea! Visit the Wild Garden to experience them
for yourself! |
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Mexican Plum
(Prunus mexicana)
This small native tree is a member of the rose family and
a prominent presence in the spring.
Strawflower
(Helichrysum bracteatum)
Sweet pink composite blooms make an excellent
cut or dried flower. |
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