{"id":24218,"date":"2024-06-04T14:52:57","date_gmt":"2024-06-04T14:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=24218"},"modified":"2024-07-12T21:42:01","modified_gmt":"2024-07-12T21:42:01","slug":"indiana-native-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Indiana Native Plants for Your Landscape"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indiana\u2019s rich soil isn\u2019t just for corn and watermelon; it\u2019s also perfect for cultivating native plants. Adding Indiana native plants that thrive in this climate, like the tulip tree and black-eyed Susan, will transform your yard.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, as you plan your next landscaping project, consider the many benefits, such as wildlife support and water conservation, of the following native plants:<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-73d19f5a-6c02-4442-a569-ba678b65a22e\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#0-indiana-native-trees\" style=\"\">Indiana native trees<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#5-indiana-native-flowers\" style=\"\">Indiana native flowers<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#10-indiana-native-shrubs\" style=\"\">Indiana native shrubs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#14-indiana-native-ground-covers\" style=\"\">Indiana native ground covers<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#17-indiana-native-grasses\" style=\"\">Indiana native grasses<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#21-indiana-native-ferns\" style=\"\">Indiana native ferns<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#24-indiana-native-vines\" style=\"\">Indiana native vines<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#27-native-plants-for-northern-indiana\" style=\"\">Native plants for northern Indiana<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#28-native-plants-for-southern-indiana\" style=\"\">Native plants for southern Indiana<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/indiana-native-plants\/#29-faq-about-indiana-native-plants\" style=\"\">FAQ about Indiana native plants<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-indiana-native-trees\"><span id=\"indiana-native-trees\">Indiana native trees<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-1-pawpaw-asimina-triloba-\"><span id=\"1-pawpaw-asimina-triloba\">1. Pawpaw (<em>Asimina triloba<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"517\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1024px-asimina_triloba_paw_paw_34215547120.jpg\" alt=\"Dark purple flowers from a pawpaw tree\" class=\"wp-image-4269\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1024px-asimina_triloba_paw_paw_34215547120.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1024px-asimina_triloba_paw_paw_34215547120-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1024px-asimina_triloba_paw_paw_34215547120-768x496.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1024px-asimina_triloba_paw_paw_34215547120-610x394.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1024px-asimina_triloba_paw_paw_34215547120-390x252.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Asimina_triloba_(Paw_Paw)_(34215547120).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plant Image Library from Boston, USA<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pawpaw tree is a true gem among Indiana native trees, mainly because of its unique fruit. Locals often call it the Hoosier banana because of its slight banana taste. You can find pawpaw trees in almost every county and state park in Indiana, making them a familiar and cherished part of the landscape.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type: <\/strong>Deciduous tree<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zone: <\/strong>5-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Loam, acid, or neutral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance: <\/strong>Fermenting grapes<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time: <\/strong>Spring<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs: <\/strong>Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>15 to 30 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Leaves are toxic if ingested. Ingesting the fruit could cause stomach pain for some people.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance<\/strong>: Prune congested or damaged shoots.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-tulip-tree-liriodendron-tulipifera-\"><span id=\"2-tulip-tree-liriodendron-tulipifera\">2. Tulip tree (<em>Liriodendron tulipifera<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_tulip_tree_liriodendron_tulipifera_in_munich_3.jpg\" alt=\"soft yellow petals of a flower from a tulip tree\" class=\"wp-image-4463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_tulip_tree_liriodendron_tulipifera_in_munich_3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_tulip_tree_liriodendron_tulipifera_in_munich_3-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_tulip_tree_liriodendron_tulipifera_in_munich_3-768x554.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_tulip_tree_liriodendron_tulipifera_in_munich_3-610x440.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_tulip_tree_liriodendron_tulipifera_in_munich_3-390x281.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Tulip_tree_(Liriodendron_tulipifera)_in_Munich_(3).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">High Contrast<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\/de\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 3.0 DE<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tulip tree is Indiana\u2019s state tree (as well as Kentucky\u2019s and Tennessee\u2019s), and it is a stunning addition to any landscape. It produces colorful green and yellow tulip-like flowers that add a vibrant touch to your yard. The tulip tree also offers essential habitat for wildlife, making it a valuable part of the local ecosystem.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re on the hunt for morels in Indiana, try looking near these trees.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous tree<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 4-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Acidic, moist, and well-draining soils&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Floral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> May-June&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height:<\/strong> 70 to 90 feet&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>No hazards<br><br><strong>Maintenance:<\/strong> Avoid pruning mature trees unless there is dead or diseased wood.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-3-mitten-tree-sassafras-albidum-\"><span id=\"3-mitten-tree-sassafras-albidum\">3. Mitten tree (<em>Sassafras albidum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sassafras-albidum.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of a mitten tree plant\" class=\"wp-image-24425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sassafras-albidum.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sassafras-albidum-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sassafras-albidum-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sassafras-albidum-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Sassafras-albidum-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/treegrow\/39904441644\/in\/photolist-23NdGfy-JEVk99-pRbJq8-23Ky4qu-HYATSv-2hBsWvS-2hBsYmk-2hBs6ix-AmCZc8-JEVjYu-25r4ZN8-2iogMQ8-2hBpbq9-2hBpcZ1-AmBCZN-N5jKG5-25r4ZXM-23NdGrW-2hBsVjZ-25aeEFp-DBLu9w-L6GFy3-2hBsU1m-Nzzbhm-N5jJxS-8GaAEy-2hBsX4A-8G7pv8-GGzSu1-5jirPo-C7NGqj-AGZxjh-pE6QPd-2imkoYP-QX2Lmf-2jj4EAY-3jSoVM-3jSonV-2nDVEGa-2jqtESz-86RMAd-pa93zn-2hBs4Bg-24KmeaH-GGPWWb-dKYMKX-2nFmwki-2pDWuxM-8GaApj-3jSoBT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Katja Schulz<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mitten trees, often called sassafras trees, are known for their roots and bark, which can be used to make tea and root beer. It\u2019s also a crucial winter food source for deer and rabbits. Unfortunately, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/fnr\/extension\/we-need-help-report-wilting-sassafras-trees-in-indiana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">since 2019<\/a>, some sassafras trees in southern Indiana have been wilting, and it\u2019s unclear why. Despite this, this tree remains a cherished part of Indiana\u2019s landscape.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous tree<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 4-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Moist, well-drained soils; acid or neutral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Star anise, cinnamon, citrus, and vanilla<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> March-May<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>30 to 60 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Contains safrole, a carcinogenic<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Applying a layer of mulch around the base can help conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-4-red-maple-acer-rubrum-\"><span id=\"4-red-maple-acer-rubrum\">4. Red maple (<em>Acer rubrum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_red-maple-gb20487a40_1280.jpg\" alt=\"close-up of red maple leaves on a thin branch\" class=\"wp-image-5742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_red-maple-gb20487a40_1280.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_red-maple-gb20487a40_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_red-maple-gb20487a40_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_red-maple-gb20487a40_1280-610x406.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_red-maple-gb20487a40_1280-390x260.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/red-maple-leaves-fall-autumn-maple-6246624\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The maple tree is one of the first trees to flower in Indiana, showing off its reddish flowers and fruit early in the season for a nice pop of color in your yard. Come fall, its leaves turn stunning shades, adding more interest to the landscape. While it\u2019s a popular choice for ornamental gardens, you can also find maple trees growing in Indiana\u2019s woodlands.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous tree<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Prefers well-drained, moist, and slightly acidic soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Sweet cherry or almond flower scent<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> March-April<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>50 to 80 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to horses<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Prune during the dormant season.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-indiana-native-flowers\"><span id=\"indiana-native-flowers\">Indiana native flowers<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-1-columbine-aquilegia-canadensis-\"><span id=\"1-columbine-aquilegia-canadensis\">1. Columbine (<em>Aquilegia canadensis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c.jpg\" alt=\"red and yellow columbine flower\" class=\"wp-image-4600\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c-610x458.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_449781621_e0363d0a0e_c-390x293.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/posk\/449781621\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Art Poskanzer<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Columbine is more prevalent in northern Indiana, but you can find it throughout the state. It features striking red and yellow flowers that attract pollinators like bumblebees, beetles, and hummingbirds. With its fern-like foliage, Columbine adds a delicate beauty to any garden, in whatever <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-planting-zone-is-indiana\/\">Indiana planting zone<\/a> you\u2019re located.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Wildflower<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-8<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Medium moisture, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> May-July<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>1 to 2 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Moderately flammable. Contact with the sap might irritate the skin.<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Deadhead blooms as needed, cut back in late summer.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-2-large-flowered-trillium-trillium-grandiflorum-\"><span id=\"2-large-flowered-trillium-trillium-grandiflorum\">2. Large-flowered trillium (<em>Trillium grandiflorum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Large-flowered-Trillium.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of Large flowered Trillium plant\" class=\"wp-image-24424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Large-flowered-Trillium.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Large-flowered-Trillium-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Large-flowered-Trillium-768x578.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Large-flowered-Trillium-610x459.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/wackybadger\/25075925191\/in\/photolist-EcSEVM-FNRdBY-GErQzs-npBB9D-H2XYRX-f5mkxK-CDnQGm-M5taXv-5MrVrX-D23tqE-E8bL5T-5MvS6L-9F3F5W-n5KCDt-EA7auX-U4NoTS-EaDHvA-CTPY2L-2k8oW6B-24iEmRD-DpCYCi-CYiYHG-2nofUKu-n5My6W-2k9ybKT-CJaHvw-TJd3fZ-8buBJG-fqR7QE-9KQdS2-2m1waep-9LjDmV-zVaWnR-DhRa88-WKNsmw-DpCopD-2iV5Z1j-8b1dFB-bEHs4J-23sQqr3-2n6xJub-23sQpnj-2k8sHPN-CJhsep-UeduxE-8cRCP2-2j2Pxwf-8cREzR-2ou4rEy-8cUXQL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joshua Mayer<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The large-flowered trillium is a bit harder to find, especially in the wild, where it\u2019s more common in northeast Indiana. Adding this plant to your garden means you\u2019ll have a unique native beauty to showcase. True to its name, it has beautiful large white flowers that turn a rosy hue as they mature.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Wildflower<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 4-8&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Partial sun, shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Humus-rich, well-drained soil<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> N\/A<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> May-June<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>1 to 2 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Its toxicity is unknown, so be cautious, and don\u2019t eat any part of this plant.<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-3-black-eyed-susan-rudbeckia-hirta-\"><span id=\"3-black-eyed-susan-rudbeckia-hirta\">3. Black-eyed Susan (<em>Rudbeckia hirta<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rsz_black-eyed-susan-gc85c7ab4f_1280.jpg\" alt=\"Black-eyed Susan\" class=\"wp-image-11275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rsz_black-eyed-susan-gc85c7ab4f_1280.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rsz_black-eyed-susan-gc85c7ab4f_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rsz_black-eyed-susan-gc85c7ab4f_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rsz_black-eyed-susan-gc85c7ab4f_1280-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/schwarz%c3%a4ugige-susan-blumen-pflanzen-6578861\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The black-eyed Susan is a breeze to care for and propagate, making it a favorite among gardeners. It adds a burst of beautiful yellow color to your garden with its blooms from early summer to fall. Adapted to all of Indiana, this plant thrives in a variety of conditions.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Wildflower<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Hint of anise scent<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> June-October<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Moderate<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>2 to 3 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to cats<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Remove and discard spent flowers.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-4-obedient-plant-physostegia-virginiana-\"><span id=\"4-obedient-plant-physostegia-virginiana\">4. Obedient plant (<em>Physostegia virginiana<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"586\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Obedient-Plant-.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of the obedient plant flowers\" class=\"wp-image-24423\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Obedient-Plant-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Obedient-Plant--300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Obedient-Plant--768x563.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Obedient-Plant--610x447.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/50697352@N00\/52425174871\/in\/photolist-2nSCJ2n-yFqHwA-2nSCHQA-LMYjX7-xSpwPJ-cPNkjy-Dh3kn8-7KVYMr-vWip8M-22GYEqh-7KZWg5-7KZW3J-oTEBRk-7KZVU3-JERb6E-JERbhm-dJKVKN-cPNjGA-cPNkCs-2nSA9Ct-apGvYs-f6Bgw4-2mmmo4c-2mmrvek-2mmruYv-2anhJS3-QBUJ8M-oY6aaC-2k8sQsU-f19tZx-2p1vZkE-2p1xdrt-XzSKb1-af3pZi-e3tsps-6Lj3U5-2khepfA-6LjcD9-7KVYhV-2mmrv26-2nSFpb2-2nSCHYw-fHUFeD-fHUKkp-4KhtJf-4Khtzs-29D3jUo-XYwGBB-KHmpAV-29oW5GZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">F. D. Richards<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The obedient plant is more common in northwest Indiana. Despite its name, it\u2019s not very obedient and can spread aggressively. If you want to keep it under control, read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-start-container-garden\/\">How to Start a Container Garden<\/a> or plant it in a dry area. This plant features beautiful, showy flowers that attract pollinators, adding a lovely touch to your garden.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Wildflower<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Prefers fertile, moist, and well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Slightly floral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Late summer to early fall<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>3 to 4 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>None<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low, average<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-indiana-native-shrubs\"><span id=\"indiana-native-shrubs\">Indiana native shrubs<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-1-buttonbush-cephalanthus-occidentalis-\"><span id=\"1-buttonbush-cephalanthus-occidentalis\">1. Buttonbush (<em>Cephalanthus occidentalis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/buttonbush.jpg\" alt=\"picture of buttonbush plant\" class=\"wp-image-15729\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/buttonbush.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/buttonbush-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/buttonbush-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/buttonbush-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.publicdomainpictures.net\/en\/view-image.php?image=302224&amp;picture=buttonbush-close-up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PublicDomainPictures<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The buttonbush, often called the honey plant, is a wetland shrub known for its spherical flower heads that resemble pincushions. Its glossy, whorled leaves add to its charm. This shrub is perfect for planting on the edge of ponds, making it an excellent choice for wet areas in your landscape.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 5-11<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Moist and humus-rich soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Honey-like scent<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Summer<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average, high<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>5 to 12 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Contains cephalathin, which can induce paralysis, vomiting, and convulsions when ingested.<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-2-smooth-hydrangea-hydrangea-arborescens-\"><span id=\"2-smooth-hydrangea-hydrangea-arborescens\">2. Smooth hydrangea (<em>Hydrangea arborescens<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1rsz_51263319162_9e9a3b624d_c.jpg\" alt=\"Clusters of white flowers from a wild hydrangea plant\" class=\"wp-image-4381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1rsz_51263319162_9e9a3b624d_c.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1rsz_51263319162_9e9a3b624d_c-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1rsz_51263319162_9e9a3b624d_c-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1rsz_51263319162_9e9a3b624d_c-610x404.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/rsz_1rsz_51263319162_9e9a3b624d_c-390x258.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/50697352@N00\/51263319162\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">F. D. Richards<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The smooth hydrangea is commonly found along woodlands and waterways of central and southern Indiana. This shrub features large, rounded clusters of delicate green flowers that fade to white, adding a touch of elegance to any garden. If you live in hotter areas, like Evansville, plant smooth hydrangeas in more shaded areas.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-8<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Sweet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Summer through fall<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>3 to 5 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Prune in late winter or early spring.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-3-winterberry-ilex-verticillata-\"><span id=\"3-winterberry-ilex-verticillata\">3. Winterberry (<em>Ilex verticillata<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Winterberry-holly.jpg\" alt=\"picture of a Winterberry holly plant\" class=\"wp-image-15740\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Winterberry-holly.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Winterberry-holly-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Winterberry-holly-768x536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Winterberry-holly-610x425.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/71119007@N03\/50365121931\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Under the same moon&#8230;<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Winterberry can be found throughout Indiana but is more common in the northern counties. This plant is a standout in the winter landscape, adding color with its bright red berries. The branches are also perfect for making floral arrangements for Christmas.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained, acidic soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Mildly floral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> June to July<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average, high<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>3 to 15 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic if ingested<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Prune in early spring.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-indiana-native-ground-covers\"><span id=\"indiana-native-ground-covers\">Indiana native ground covers<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-1-virginia-creeper-parthenocissus-quinquefolia-\"><span id=\"1-virginia-creeper-parthenocissus-quinquefolia\">1. Virginia creeper (<em>Parthenocissus quinquefolia<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_virginia-creeper-gbe961ff3c_1280.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of virginia creeper branch\" class=\"wp-image-11121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_virginia-creeper-gbe961ff3c_1280.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_virginia-creeper-gbe961ff3c_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_virginia-creeper-gbe961ff3c_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_virginia-creeper-gbe961ff3c_1280-610x406.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/virginia-creeper-bl%c3%a4tter-herbst-6735576\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virginia creeper is a versatile vine that also forms a dense ground cover. It is also easy to grow and attracts pollinators. However, be cautious about planting it near your house, as its tendrils can cement themselves into walls, making removal difficult without causing damage.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Vine\/ground cover<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-11<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun, shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained soils; tolerates a wide range of soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Late spring to summer<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>30 to 50 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Poisonous<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low, average. Has to be trimmed regularly.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-2-jacob%E2%80%99s-ladder-polemonium-reptans-\"><span id=\"2-jacobs-ladder-polemonium-reptans\">2. Jacob\u2019s ladder (<em>Polemonium reptans<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_jacobs-ladder-g947878ed1_1280.jpg\" alt=\"jacob\u2019s ladder\" class=\"wp-image-11127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_jacobs-ladder-g947878ed1_1280.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_jacobs-ladder-g947878ed1_1280-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_jacobs-ladder-g947878ed1_1280-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/rsz_jacobs-ladder-g947878ed1_1280-610x405.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/de\/photos\/jacobs-leiter-polemonium-caeruleum-2529932\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pixabay<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jacob\u2019s ladder is a low-growing plant that makes a fantastic flowering ground cover for Hoosiers. It has beautiful bell-shaped flowers in shades of light blue to purple, adding daintiness to beds and borders. It is also easy to maintain, making it the perfect choice for enhancing your garden with native beauty.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Wildflower\/ground cover<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-8<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Mildly floral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Late spring and early summer<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>1 to 2 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>None<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Average<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-indiana-native-grasses\"><span id=\"indiana-native-grasses\">Indiana native grasses<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-1-big-bluestem-andropogon-gerardii-\"><span id=\"1-big-bluestem-andropogon-gerardii\">1. Big bluestem (<em>Andropogon gerardii<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/big-bluestem.jpg\" alt=\"big bluestem grasses\" class=\"wp-image-24422\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/big-bluestem.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/big-bluestem-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/big-bluestem-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/big-bluestem-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/big-bluestem-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/plant_diversity\/51501456605\/in\/photolist-2mt1qLn-zCZRDm-2mt1qXV-2msRBHs-2msWQX9-2khmsVP-jwHRSz-bzZcg3-o7VdaW-88joqh-kxaSW6-2oVPpqE-2oVKiex-2nPrsJ5-2oVQstn-2oVPpvQ-2oVQsvr-2oVQsnA-2oVQTpH-2nPk6aE-aqX2F7-2nnP75e-q18p2A-2nPiWkh-o5eN18-2oVQTpT-oifmpz-mpabYH-2nPrsfu-2hvYsmg-2hvXpZP-e22264-oiKzE-xcLR6N-e27DsL-e4SSdH-xcLH6E-xcUDmD-oiKti-yatpqp-yat8AD-fqMv85-fx878q-pkG6iS-o5YjTW-zcDV4u-2nK42Cy-cMyMVY-2oVQTjs-2nK33SY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Matt Lavin<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Big bluestem is a tall perennial native grass that\u2019s easy to grow in any soil, making it a great choice for Indiana homeowners. Its height can even serve as a natural <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/landscaping-ideas-backyard-privacy\/\">privacy screen<\/a>. The foliage starts green and transforms into a rich orange in the fall, adding seasonal interest to your landscape.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Grass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 4-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> N\/A<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> August to September<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>4 to 6 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>None<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Cut back or mow in late winter.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-2-switchgrass-panicum-virgatum-\"><span id=\"2-switchgrass-panicum-virgatum\">2. Switchgrass (<em>Panicum virgatum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Switchgrass.jpg\" alt=\"closeup image of switchgrass\" class=\"wp-image-24414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Switchgrass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Switchgrass-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Switchgrass-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Switchgrass-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Switchgrass-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/plant_diversity\/3912256151\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Matt Lavin<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Switchgrass is versatile, serving both as a landscaping plant and forage in Indiana. You can find it as a potted plant in greenhouses, making it easy to add to your garden. This ornamental grass features reddish-purple flower panicles from late summer to fall, adding visual interest. It is also a hardy plant that usually stands through winter and tolerates drought well.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Grass&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 5-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Prefers moist, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Late summer to fall<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>3 to 6 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Can cause skin irritation in some people.<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Needs to be cut to the ground in late winter.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-3-indian-grass-sorghastrum-nutans-\"><span id=\"3-indian-grass-sorghastrum-nutans\">3. Indian grass (<em>Sorghastrum nutans<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Indian-Grass.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of Indian Grass\" class=\"wp-image-24415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Indian-Grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Indian-Grass-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Indian-Grass-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Indian-Grass-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Indian-Grass-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/plant_diversity\/3912210423\/in\/photostream\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Matt Lavin<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indian grass is another versatile option, used for livestock forage, hay crops, and landscaping. As a warm-season grass, it grows most during the summer. It features golden-orange, feathery flower panicles that rise above the foliage. Indiangrass is also very low-maintenance, making it the perfect choice for those looking for an easy-care native plant.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Grass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 4-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> August-September<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>3 to 5 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards:<\/strong> Plants that are less than 8 inches tall (young plants) can have <a href=\"https:\/\/agcrops.osu.edu\/newsletter\/corn-newsletter\/2017-34\/dangers-harvesting-and-grazing-certain-forages-following-frost#:~:text=Pure%20stands%20of%20indiangrass%20can,less%20than%208%20inches%20tall.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lethal levels of cyanide<\/a>.<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Cut old foliage in spring.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-indiana-native-ferns\"><span id=\"indiana-native-ferns\">Indiana native ferns<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-1-maidenhair-fern-adiantum-pedatum-\"><span id=\"1-maidenhair-fern-adiantum-pedatum\">1. Maidenhair fern (<em>Adiantum pedatum<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Adiantum_pedatum-1.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of Adiantum pedatum plant\" class=\"wp-image-24524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Adiantum_pedatum-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Adiantum_pedatum-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Adiantum_pedatum-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Adiantum_pedatum-1-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Adiantum_pedatum-1-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.m.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Adiantum_pedatum_3.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Stan Shebs<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The maidenhair fern is adapted to thrive throughout Indiana, from South Bend in the Michiana region to Evansville. It boasts bright-green, fine-textured foliage that adds a touch of elegance to any garden. It\u2019s an excellent option for shaded areas that need a bit of life, as this plant thrives in the shade.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Fern<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-8<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Partial sun, shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Moist, fertile, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> N\/A<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>1 to 3 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>None<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-2-christmas-fern-polystichum-acrostichoides-\"><span id=\"2-christmas-fern-polystichum-acrostichoides\">2. Christmas fern (<em>Polystichum acrostichoides<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Christmas-Fern.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of Christmas Fern plant\" class=\"wp-image-24421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Christmas-Fern.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Christmas-Fern-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Christmas-Fern-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Christmas-Fern-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Christmas-Fern-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/cranbrooksci\/6550797951\/in\/photolist-2kT3bJP-8NqJjS-8TnKg6-7uaq8R-2j6Wnnj-aYSy1g-2mSYcyh-2ptwY6v-nbtqcF-N2Vc3-9SqrLZ-nbtxvD-SLtHBy-nbsYir-J6yUwH-5wSS2A-5wNu6i-5wSRPh-iQihN7-ntjAM6-2ngVJpx-HgKzbX-2ok97sS-efBRUA-2okcVuo-bM7H4P-2ptwY4m-5wYSFj-5wYSNs-2ptweFy-2ptwexY-5wSRto-bM7JwD-85FZdH-WKwL6h-2piTz8W-xpEWWW-VJfA5J-25V6vFK-Rcg845-Rcg7ry-VJfFj1-ATRBvA-2okdWig-5znAp2-PpZH9N-2ouqCxd-2pfFRFa-2pRMCc3-WGjfEd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cranbrook Science<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Christmas fern is another great option for <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/build-a-shade-garden\/\">shaded gardens<\/a>. Its name comes from pioneers who used it to make Christmas wreaths, since it stays green throughout winter (one of the few in Indiana). With its darker hue compared to the maidenhair fern, planting both can create a garden with varied textures and colors.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Fern<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-8<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Partial sun, shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Prefers rich, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Evergreen<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> N\/A<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>1 to 2 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>None<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. You can remove dead fronds when necessary.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"24-indiana-native-vines\"><span id=\"indiana-native-vines\">Indiana native vines<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"25-1-virgin%E2%80%99s-bower-clematis-virginiana-\"><span id=\"1-virgins-bower-clematis-virginiana\">1. Virgin\u2019s bower (<em>Clematis virginiana<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_28603208783_4d04fce5c7_c.jpg\" alt=\"small white flowers of virgin's bower\" class=\"wp-image-5700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_28603208783_4d04fce5c7_c.jpg 799w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_28603208783_4d04fce5c7_c-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_28603208783_4d04fce5c7_c-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_28603208783_4d04fce5c7_c-610x407.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_28603208783_4d04fce5c7_c-390x260.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/cricketsblog\/28603208783\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Melissa McMasters<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Virgin\u2019s bower is a native Indiana plant often mistaken for its look-alike, the invasive <em>Clematis terniflora<\/em>. One way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mc-iris.org\/sweet-autumn-clematis.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tell them apart<\/a> is by their leaves \u2014 the native species has toothed leaves. Virgin\u2019s bower is common in open areas and forest edges throughout Indiana. From August to September, it produces profuse blossoms that can even cover the foliage.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Vine<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3-9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil:<\/strong> Moist, rich, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Deciduous<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Sweet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> August to September<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>10 to 20 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses<br><br><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Prune in late winter or early spring.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"26-2-purple-passionflower-passiflora-incarnata-\"><span id=\"2-purple-passionflower-passiflora-incarnata\">2. Purple passionflower (<em>Passiflora incarnata<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Passiflora-incarnata.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of the purple passionflower\" class=\"wp-image-24420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Passiflora-incarnata.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Passiflora-incarnata-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Passiflora-incarnata-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Passiflora-incarnata-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Passiflora-incarnata-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/65168717@N03\/14748573901\/in\/photolist-2megB5R-2mefqM6-2mhsrkA-othibV-2iGUMXL-2jExDpE-DYFbo1-E1ZVtF-a3vTbh-2iGXCLw-LYDrv3-LL6FdZ-2hMr4Ac-aEcHBk-o5t9tv-fYYfLE-2jJBCrv-5du5Vy-3Tgh7-pwh8q9-a3t19n-v5AZpy-84BrRn-2jmByRw-d3i9W5-2nueAc3-2jmEvDm-6xsTyE-2hMr4U8-2hMnmuw-LjFkGh-2kc8dT5-2hMpZMw-Npo6AC-LUB1Nn-f24ayS-27u6q6A-2gezapz-MDxhPi-ErMmWn-LH6fgU-6LhXsF-2k8oWsy-fkqCuc-pbv3LE-2nueAfQ-2jxpSjk-fkENAA-2nujSwt-2jwwHEU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pick him!<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The purple passionflower, or maypop, is more common in southern Indiana and also in Cass County. As a rare species, it may be harder to find in greenhouses and can be pricier, but it may be worth it. This vine features beautiful, unique purple flowers that attract pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It also produces edible fruits.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Vine<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 6-11<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Prefers well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Sweet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Summer<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>6 to 8 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Foliage and roots <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencewanders.com\/the-poisonous-passion-flower\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">may be toxic<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencewanders.com\/the-poisonous-passion-flower\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><br><\/a><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low, average. Prune in late winter or early spring.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"27-native-plants-for-northern-indiana\"><span id=\"native-plants-for-northern-indiana\">Native plants for northern Indiana<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Northern and southern Indiana have different climates, which means that plants that thrive in each region can vary a lot. In northern Indiana, especially in the northwest with counties like Starke, Pulaski, and Jasper, plants need to be more cold-hardy to withstand the harsher winters.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, in the northeast, temperatures are a bit milder, and it\u2019s not uncommon to see Amish buggies alongside native plants. Here are some native plants for northern Indiana:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Columbine (<em>Aquilegia canadensis<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Winterberry (<em>Ilex verticillata<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Large-flowered trillium (<em>Trillium grandiflorum<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Marsh marigold (<em>Caltha palustris<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Spotted Joe-Pye weed (<em>Eutrochium maculatum<\/em>)<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"28-native-plants-for-southern-indiana\"><span id=\"native-plants-for-southern-indiana\">Native plants for southern Indiana<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Southern Indiana enjoys milder temperatures, making it an ideal environment for a wide variety of plants, vegetables, and fruits, including juicy watermelons. Here are some native plants for southern Indiana:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Smooth hydrangea (<em>Hydrangea arborescens<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Purple passionflower (<em>Passiflora incarnata<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Goat\u2019s beard (<em>Aruncus dioicus<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Roughleaf dogwood (<em>Cornus drummondii<\/em>)<\/li>    <li>Persimmon (<em>Diospyros virginiana<\/em>)<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"29-faq-about-indiana-native-plants\"><span id=\"faq-about-indiana-native-plants\">FAQ about Indiana native plants<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"30-where-can-i-buy-indiana-native-plants\"><span id=\"where-can-i-buy-indiana-native-plants\">Where can I buy Indiana native plants?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indiana Native Plant Society offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/indiananativeplants.org\/landscaping\/where-to-buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">list of trusted nurseries and garden centers<\/a> that sell local native plants. You can use their map to find the one nearest your city. You\u2019re in luck if you want native plants in the Indianapolis metro area \u2014 there\u2019s a high concentration of sellers there. (Check out our list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-native-plants-indianapolis\/\">Best Native Plants for Indianapolis<\/a> before you go.)<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through a partnership with Stantec, the <a href=\"https:\/\/indianawildlife.org\/native-plant-sale\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indiana Wildlife Federation<\/a> sells native plant kits. The kits include Indiana native pollinator plants, plants for shaded areas, rain gardens, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"31-is-creeping-thyme-native-to-indiana\"><span id=\"is-creeping-thyme-native-to-indiana\">Is creeping thyme native to Indiana?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, creeping thyme is not native to Indiana. It is native to northern Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa. However, this plant is adapted to the USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9, so it has the hardiness to survive Indiana\u2019s 5b to 7a zones.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"32-is-lavender-native-to-indiana\"><span id=\"is-lavender-native-to-indiana\">Is lavender native to Indiana?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, lavender is not native to Indiana. <a href=\"https:\/\/hitchinlavender.com\/lavender-history\/#:~:text=It%20is%20widely%20believed%20that,scent%20could%20still%20be%20detected\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lavender is native<\/a> to the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and India. The common lavender\u2019s USDA hardiness zones are 5 to 9, so it will tolerate Indiana\u2019s climate.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"33-call-the-professionals\"><span id=\"call-the-professionals\">Call the professionals<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you\u2019re in the colder northern Indiana or in the milder southern Indiana, there\u2019s a wide variety of native plants perfect for your yard. For help planting your native plants and maintaining your lawn in the Hoosier state, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/indiana\">call a local lawn care pro<\/a>.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-8477df16-c8cc-40d2-8c71-22b4bb837f13\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-1699e3df-b98d-461c-a078-30a188f5202e\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-8477df16-c8cc-40d2-8c71-22b4bb837f13\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-8477df16-c8cc-40d2-8c71-22b4bb837f13\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Sources:<\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-8477df16-c8cc-40d2-8c71-22b4bb837f13\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gardenia<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/finder.indiananativeplants.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indiana Native Plant Society<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.izelplants.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Izel Native Plants<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/plants.ces.ncsu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">North Carolina Extension<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.purdue.edu\/fnr\/extension\/?s=intro+to+trees+of+indiana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Purdue University<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/50697352@N00\/21449582306\/in\/photolist-yFqHwA-2nSCHQA-LMYjX7-2nSCJ2n-xSpwPJ-cPNjGA-cPNkjy-Dh3kn8-cPNkCs-7KVYMr-7KVYhV-2mmrv26-f6Bgw4-2mmmo4c-7KZWkm-2m4cFJn-2mmrvek-2mmruYv-2nSFpb2-2nSCHYw-fHUFeD-2anhJS3-QBUJ8M-fHUKkp-oY6aaC-4KhtJf-4Khtzs-XYwGBB-f19tZx-KHmpAV-2p1vZkE-2p1xdrt-29jLURE-xZRAhG-x4oyM7-xHMxHf-2jHjGsF-2jHiTL8-2jHjGk1-2jHiTCc-XzSKb1-W14KWd-af3pZi-X4WdXi-fJcbPY-fJcdf3-fJcg6E-fJcfms-W14JdU-fHUHve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">F. 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Enhance your Indiana landscape with beautiful native options.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":66,"featured_media":24451,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[211],"tags":[561],"class_list":["post-24218","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-indiana","tag-lawn-care-in"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/21449582306_70aecbb3b1_o-1.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Maria Isabela Reis","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/maria-isabela-reis\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24218","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/66"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24218"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24218\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":45808,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24218\/revisions\/45808"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24451"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24218"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24218"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24218"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}