{"id":25253,"date":"2024-06-27T15:02:26","date_gmt":"2024-06-27T15:02:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=25253"},"modified":"2025-07-09T18:06:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T18:06:05","slug":"kentucky-native-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-native-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Kentucky Native Plants for Home Landscapes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just as horse racing and good bourbon can help define the Bluegrass State, Kentucky native plants like the Eastern redbud and black-eyed Susan can bring local beauty and character to your home landscape.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find out more about these plants and other native species that thrive in Kentucky\u2019s climate, from vibrant flowers to sturdy trees.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-1ca0ada7-6a1c-40c0-9418-e3f969c653be\" 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=\"\">In this article:<\/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\/kentucky-native-plants\/#0-kentucky-native-trees\" style=\"\">Kentucky native trees<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-native-plants\/#4-kentucky-native-shrubs\" style=\"\">Kentucky native shrubs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-native-plants\/#8-kentucky-native-flowers\" style=\"\">Kentucky native flowers<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-native-plants\/#13-kentucky-native-ground-covers\" style=\"\">Kentucky native ground covers<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-native-plants\/#17-kentucky-native-grasses\" style=\"\">Kentucky native grasses<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-native-plants\/#21-faq-about-kentucky-native-plants\" style=\"\">FAQ about Kentucky native plants<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-kentucky-native-trees\"><span id=\"kentucky-native-trees\">Kentucky native trees<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-1-eastern-redbud-cercis-canadensis-\"><span id=\"1-eastern-redbud-cercis-canadensis\">1. Eastern redbud (<em>Cercis canadensis<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2.jpg\" alt=\"small pinkish-purple flowers from an Eastern redbud tree\" class=\"wp-image-4861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2-610x458.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_cercis_canadensis_-_eastern_redbud_2-390x293.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Cercis_canadensis_-_Eastern_Redbud_2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fritzflohrreynolds<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eastern redbud is a beloved tree found all over Kentucky, from the Golden Triangle region to the Jackson Purchase. In spring, its bare branches burst into beautiful lavender blossoms, and shortly after, heart-shaped leaves emerge. This tree is perfect for small to medium landscapes that need an accent of color.<\/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 and well-draining soils&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> April &#8211; May&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, average&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height:<\/strong> 20 to 30 feet&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>May be toxic if eaten in large quantities<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance:<\/strong> Low. Do not transplant it.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-flowering-dogwood-cornus-florida-\"><span id=\"2-flowering-dogwood-cornus-florida\">2. Flowering dogwood (<em>Cornus florida<\/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\/14429635652_feed8ed8c4_o-1.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of cornus florida plant\" class=\"wp-image-25590\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14429635652_feed8ed8c4_o-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14429635652_feed8ed8c4_o-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14429635652_feed8ed8c4_o-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14429635652_feed8ed8c4_o-1-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/14429635652_feed8ed8c4_o-1-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/aries_tottle\/14429635652\/in\/photolist-G8u7LU-nZ6DXA-x4Xd7F-5vTkKE-2nd8VwV-x26ins-x4XhQZ-x4Xt9z-w7xz38-x26tgq-w7oodw-w7oCnJ-wLVfHX-w7oKtN-wLNkff-wLNipw-x268Ys-5vDgJQ-2oTe3S1-8SRxVu-8SRxFq-8SNsQx-8SRxLA-ntCnhh-ehkUbM-c3kTfU-w7oS1A-x4q9Dz-x3DWxf-2kRYXMj-pzfKnp-UguUfv-2nWrPpx-2mU8X24-6p8BPC-2iDsFyY-2iLMbsr-2pFTzsm-QgBcQb-TCL1Hn-SxNvEs-7Yk9yx-9CkiN6-9Coezf-qvQTqz-T9v2cS-2nZiPzf-T9v21j\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Miltos Gikas<\/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\">Are you looking for an all-year-long interest in your landscape? Then the flowering dogwood is the right tree for you. In spring, it showcases delicate white or pink flowers. During the summer, it produces red fruit that provides food for various birds. Come fall, its leaves turn a vibrant red. And finally, in winter, the tree\u2019s distinctive bark pattern adds visual interest.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, the flowering dogwood can improve your soil, as its leaf litter decomposes more quickly than other species.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous tree<\/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>Slightly acidic, fertile, moist, and well-draining soils&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Strong floral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> April &#8211; May<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height:<\/strong> 15 to 30 feet&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>The fruit is poisonous.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Remove damaged shoots.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-3-tulip-poplar-liriodendron-tulipifera-\"><span id=\"3-tulip-poplar-liriodendron-tulipifera\">3. Tulip poplar (<em>Liriodendron tulipifera<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"593\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_50041047057_6a39d1d8ef_c.jpg\" alt=\"tri-colored tulip shaped bloom from a tulip poplar tree\" class=\"wp-image-4870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_50041047057_6a39d1d8ef_c.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_50041047057_6a39d1d8ef_c-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_50041047057_6a39d1d8ef_c-768x569.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_50041047057_6a39d1d8ef_c-610x452.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_50041047057_6a39d1d8ef_c-390x289.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/wildreturn\/50041047057\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Andy Reago &amp; Chrissy McClarren<\/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 tulip poplar, Kentucky\u2019s state tree (also the state tree of Indiana and Tennessee), is a remarkable addition to any landscape. It has duck\u2019s bill-shaped buds and furrowed bark, and it produces fragrant flowers in the spring that attract various pollinators. Just like the Kentucky Wildcats basketball team, this tree won\u2019t let you down.<\/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> April &#8211; May&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<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance:<\/strong> Avoid pruning mature trees unless there is dead or diseased wood.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-kentucky-native-shrubs\"><span id=\"kentucky-native-shrubs\">Kentucky native shrubs<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-1-wild-hydrangea-hydrangea-arborescens-\"><span id=\"1-wild-hydrangea-hydrangea-arborescens\">1. Wild 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 wild hydrangea, also known as smooth hydrangea, is a lovely shrub that blooms with clusters of white flowers in the summer. To ensure you enjoy these beautiful blooms every year, though, it\u2019s essential to trim the plant to the ground every spring, as the flowers only appear on new growth.<\/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 (June to August)<\/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<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Prune in late winter or early spring.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-2-carolina-rose-rosa-carolina-\"><span id=\"2-carolina-rose-rosa-carolina\">2. Carolina rose (<em>Rosa carolina<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Carolina-rose.jpg\" alt=\"closeup image of Carolina rose plant\" class=\"wp-image-25279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Carolina-rose.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Carolina-rose-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Carolina-rose-768x595.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Carolina-rose-610x473.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/nhq9801\/40593435201\/in\/photolist-24R6Y2P-6J1e8d-6HW8M2-6HW5D2-6J1bF7-6J1ct1-6J1cgm-quF6HB-4j7V1M-6J1ekb-6HW5uB-9fNXCx-6J1btu-6J1ckJ-6J1cx5-6HW9s8-6HW68K-6J1bW7-6J1bMA-6HW5JZ-87v6yj-omTSmv-87v6WE-87yERH-87v53U-ocZkbE-bttEaU-oBeth9-omRHs5-ou1pGe-oTqE3n-2mG7WZV-omfmFM-2mG3Hk4-ouhSeW-2nkjzv9-oXgHaP-orSxYV-ct9cws-p85aFz-U3P8ev-n5TP8h-bGos8e-pLDNWv-bGouBt-bttF5N-bttFPh-2k9WGLo-8GtcDW-bGot3n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u963f\u6a4b\u82b1\u8b5c HQ Flower Guide<\/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\">Imagine enjoying a hot brown while admiring a beautiful shrub covered in pink flowers \u2014 that\u2019s the Carolina rose for you! The cute, fragrant flowers mature into red hips, which serve as a valuable food source for birds, making it the perfect addition to any Kentucky landscape.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous shrub<\/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>Moist,<strong> <\/strong>well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Floral<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> Late spring through summer<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, 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>None known<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Average. Prune in late winter or early spring.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-3-new-jersey-tea-ceanothus-americanus-\"><span id=\"3-new-jersey-tea-ceanothus-americanus\">3. New Jersey tea (<em>Ceanothus americanus<\/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\/New-Jersey-tea.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful white colored flowers of new jersey tea\" class=\"wp-image-25271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/New-Jersey-tea.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/New-Jersey-tea-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/New-Jersey-tea-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/New-Jersey-tea-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/New-Jersey-tea-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Ceanothus_americanus_2020-06-23_0406.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Salicyna<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The New Jersey tea is a small but resilient bush that bursts into bloom with clusters of tiny white flowers in spring. Despite its size, this plant is hardy and can withstand harsh conditions, like infertile soils. Its name comes from its historical use as a tea substitute during the American Revolution.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous shrub<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 4-8<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Moist,<strong> <\/strong>well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Sweet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> June &#8211; July<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, 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 known.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Avoid transplanting once established.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-kentucky-native-flowers\"><span id=\"kentucky-native-flowers\">Kentucky native flowers<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-1-butterfly-milkweed-asclepias-tuberosa-\"><span id=\"1-butterfly-milkweed-asclepias-tuberosa\">1. Butterfly milkweed (<em>Asclepias tuberosa<\/em>)<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_rsz_0509200941a.jpg\" alt=\"bright orange butterfly milkweed\" class=\"wp-image-4599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_rsz_0509200941a.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_rsz_0509200941a-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_rsz_0509200941a-768x473.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_rsz_0509200941a-610x376.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_rsz_0509200941a-390x240.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sharon Sullivan | Lawn Love<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Butterfly weed is found throughout Kentucky in woodland margins, roadsides, and pastures. Its bright orange flower clusters are not only eye-catching but also crucial for monarch butterflies, an endangered species that relies on <em>Asclepias<\/em> plants for food. Be cautious, though, as this plant is toxic to humans and animals.<\/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> Sweet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> June &#8211; August<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>1 to 2 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.poison.org\/articles\/milkweed-can-cause-serious-poisoning-204#:~:text=All%20parts%20of%20the%20plant,skin%20and%20eyes%20if%20touched\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">milkweed plant is poisonous<\/a>. Do not eat it, and avoid touching it.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-2-black-eyed-susan-rudbeckia-hirta-\"><span id=\"2-black-eyed-susan-rudbeckia-hirta\">2. 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 prairie flower known for its prolonged bloom time, making it ideal for adding long-lasting beauty to your garden. They\u2019re also easy to grow and care for, so they\u2019re perfect if you\u2019re a novice gardener or if you just want to enjoy a burgoo stew with your family instead of caring for plants.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out our article &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/low-maintenance-plants-kentucky\/\">The Most Low-Maintenance Plants for Kentucky Landscapes<\/a>&#8221; if you\u2019re looking for other easy-to-care plants.<\/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> Biennial or short-lived 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 to September<\/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. Check out other dangerous plants in our article, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/plants-poisonous-to-cats\/\">Common Indoor and Outdoor Plants Poisonous to Cats<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Remove and discard spent flowers. Readily self-seeds.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-3-cardinal-flower-lobelia-cardinalis-\"><span id=\"3-cardinal-flower-lobelia-cardinalis\">3. Cardinal flower (<em>Lobelia cardinalis<\/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_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c.jpg\" alt=\"bright red blooms of cardinal flower\" class=\"wp-image-4854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c-610x458.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_3531893936_27d3175fdd_c-390x293.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/dmott9\/3531893936\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DM<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-ND 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cardinal flower is a standout with its bright red flower spikes that bloom in late summer, lasting around a month. It loves moist spots, so you\u2019ll often find it near stream banks and wetlands. If you want to attract hummingbirds to your landscape, this plant is a top pick in Kentucky.<\/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>Medium to wet, rich 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> June &#8211; September<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> High<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>2 to 4 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Check other plants that are dangerous to dogs in our article, &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/poisonous-landscape-plants-for-dogs\/\">Most Poisonous Landscape Plants for Dogs<\/a>.&#8221;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Deadhead to encourage rebloom.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-4-wild-bergamot-monarda-fistulosa-\"><span id=\"4-wild-bergamot-monarda-fistulosa\">4. Wild bergamot (<em>Monarda fistulosa<\/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\/Wild-Bergamot.jpg\" alt=\"pink flowers of the wild bergamot plant\" class=\"wp-image-25275\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-Bergamot.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-Bergamot-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-Bergamot-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-Bergamot-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-Bergamot-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/usfwshq\/5992418976\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Headquarters<\/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\">Wild bergamot, or bee balm, has lovely lavender flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It\u2019s a great addition to your native garden, but keep an eye out for powdery mildew, especially during rainy July weather and if you\u2019re near the Cumberland Mountains (which tend to rain more than the rest of the state).<\/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>Tolerates a variety 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> Minty<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> June &#8211; August<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low, moderate<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>2 to 4 feet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>None known.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Average. Deadhead to encourage new blooms.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-kentucky-native-ground-covers\"><span id=\"kentucky-native-ground-covers\">Kentucky native ground covers<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-1-wild-strawberry-fragaria-virginiana-\"><span id=\"1-wild-strawberry-fragaria-virginiana\">1. Wild strawberry (<em>Fragaria virginiana<\/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\/Wild-strawberry-.jpg\" alt=\"closeup of Wild strawberry plant\" class=\"wp-image-25278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-strawberry-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-strawberry--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-strawberry--768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-strawberry--510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Wild-strawberry--610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/plant_diversity\/5069794262\/in\/photolist-8HWV3R-8J12k9-8J12cU-DoZrQD-28oM6pN-MvwAPU-C7xKA3-8Lu1sA-63q3PT-oy7ZNq-63q4dc-eHomTc-ek6gdk-8Lu1zS-2nHzijT-8LqZEP-63q3WM-2gX5HXX-2gX5HqK-8HWUVB-efdhwS-9UHDhE-fi997F-81M4YQ-niHb3r-2nHF283-63q432-SfFYUH-2nHFDsE-2nHDpzQ-f4nh3a-c3DMEu-a5G5N1-znW53G-8Lu4kw-7A6b2P-8LqZwM-2nHF2mj-2nHFABi-7ZcLYD-7ZfXKU-7ZfXx9-2nHFEbo-2nHzhYn-7ZfYyW-etoAMn-9GtrcK-G2Emr9-d19zeA-2nfyeyh\" 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\">Wild strawberry is a fantastic ground cover that not only helps reduce soil erosion and suppress weeds (as all ground covers do) but also gives you tiny, tasty berries in late summer. It\u2019s a win-win for your garden, adding both beauty with its white flowers and function.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Ground cover<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong>&nbsp; 4 &#8211; 9<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun: <\/strong>Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Fertile, moist, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Fruity<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> April to June<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>4 to 7 inches<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards:<\/strong> None known.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Average. Remove runners.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-2-common-blue-violet-viola-sororia-\"><span id=\"2-common-blue-violet-viola-sororia\">2. Common blue violet (<em>Viola sororia<\/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\/Viola-sororia.jpg\" alt=\"Blue colored flowers of common blue violet\" class=\"wp-image-25276\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Viola-sororia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Viola-sororia-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Viola-sororia-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Viola-sororia-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Viola-sororia-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.m.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Viola_sororia_in_Wisconsin.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">James Steakley<\/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 common blue violet offers purple-blue flowers in early spring and spreads by rhizomes to eventually cover the ground. This versatile plant can be used in garden beds, borders, rock gardens, containers, and of course, as ground cover. Plus, you can even add its leaves and flowers to your salad!<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Low-growing perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 3 &#8211; 10<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Full sun, partial sun<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Humus-rich, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Lightly sweet<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> April to May<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>6 to 10 inches<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Roots are not edible.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance:<\/strong> Low. Deadhead to prolong flowering.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-3-wild-ginger-asarum-canadense-\"><span id=\"3-wild-ginger-asarum-canadense\">3. Wild ginger (<em>Asarum canadense<\/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\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c.jpg\" alt=\"heart-shaped leaves of wild ginger\" class=\"wp-image-5701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c-610x458.jpg 610w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/rsz_14658158117_61e5a2565e_c-390x293.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/wasp7ty\/14658158117\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kevin Faccenda<\/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\">Wild ginger is perfect for that shaded area in your yard that needs a little something extra. It has heart-shaped leaves and ball-shaped maroon flowers. In addition, the rootstock smells like ginger, but don\u2019t be tempted to eat it as it may contain toxic compounds.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Plant type:<\/strong> Deciduous ground cover<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>USDA Hardiness Zones:<\/strong> 4-6<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sun:<\/strong> Partial sun, shade<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Soil: <\/strong>Neutral do acidic, moist, well-drained soils<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duration:<\/strong> Perennial<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fragrance:<\/strong> Sweet ginger<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> April to June<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Average<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>6 inches to 1 foot<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Potential hazards: <\/strong>Do not eat it, as it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/wildflowers\/plant-of-the-week\/asarum_canadense.shtml#:~:text=However%2C%20you%20should%20be%20aware,a%20poultice%20to%20treat%20wounds.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">may contain poisonous compounds<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Divide clumps in spring and early autumn.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-kentucky-native-grasses\"><span id=\"kentucky-native-grasses\">Kentucky native grasses<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-1-switchgrass-panicum-virgatum-\"><span id=\"1-switchgrass-panicum-virgatum\">1. 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 one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-native-plants-louisville\/\">best native plants for Louisville<\/a>, as well as other major cities like Lexington and Covington. It is an ornamental grass that thrives in a variety of soils, making it a versatile and sturdy choice. You can use it in your garden, as a hedge, or even as a privacy screen, as it is a tall-growing plant.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> All the grasses in this list are ornamental grasses, with various heights, colors, and textures. They are primarily used for landscaping. They\u2019re different from turfgrasses, such as Kentucky bluegrass and Bermuda, which are cultivated to form dense ground covers or lawns.<\/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> Prefers full 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> June to September<\/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.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Needs to be cut to the ground in late winter.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-2-indian-grass-sorghastrum-nutans-\"><span id=\"2-indian-grass-sorghastrum-nutans\">2. 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 known for its stunning golden seed heads that rise above its foliage, adding beauty to your landscape. This ornamental grass also provides important habitat for wildlife. On a curious note, you\u2019ll find Indian grass in and around Mammoth Cave National Park, alongside <a href=\"https:\/\/hartcountyflora.org\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">766 other plant species<\/a>.<\/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> July to October<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water needs:<\/strong> Low<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Mature height: <\/strong>3 to 6 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>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Cut old foliage in spring.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-3-big-bluestem-andropogon-gerardii-\"><span id=\"3-big-bluestem-andropogon-gerardii\">3. 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\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" 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 striking ornamental grass that starts with blue-green foliage in spring and transforms to shades of orange and red in fall. In late summer, it blooms with clusters of flowers that resemble turkey feet. This grass is drought tolerant and very low-maintenance, so it\u2019s perfect if you\u2019re looking to create a minimal-effort landscape.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to find grass suitable for your lawn, check out our guide on &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-kentucky\/\">The Best Grass Seed for Kentucky Lawns<\/a>.&#8221;<\/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> None<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bloom time:<\/strong> June 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<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Maintenance: <\/strong>Low. Cut back or mow in late winter.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-faq-about-kentucky-native-plants\"><span id=\"faq-about-kentucky-native-plants\">FAQ about Kentucky native plants<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-what-are-kentucky%E2%80%99s-native-pollinator-plants\"><span id=\"what-are-kentuckys-native-pollinator-plants\">What are Kentucky\u2019s native pollinator plants?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kentucky has hundreds of native pollinator plants that attract bees, butterflies, beetles, and other animals. From our list of the best native plants for Kentucky, the following are pollinator plants:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Eastern redbud<\/li>    <li>Tulip poplar<\/li>    <li>Wild hydrangea<\/li>    <li>Carolina rose<\/li>    <li>New Jersey tea<\/li>    <li>Butterfly milkweed<\/li>    <li>Black-eyed Susan<\/li>    <li>Cardinal flower<\/li>    <li>Wild bergamot<\/li>    <li>Wild strawberry<\/li>    <li>Common blue violet<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-what-are-kentucky%E2%80%99s-planting-zones\"><span id=\"what-are-kentuckys-planting-zones\">What are Kentucky\u2019s planting zones?<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Kentucky-Plant-Hardiness-zone-USDA-1.jpg\" alt=\"Kentucky Plant Hardiness zone\" class=\"wp-image-24871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Kentucky-Plant-Hardiness-zone-USDA-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Kentucky-Plant-Hardiness-zone-USDA-1-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Kentucky-Plant-Hardiness-zone-USDA-1-768x593.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Kentucky-Plant-Hardiness-zone-USDA-1-610x471.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/system\/files\/KY300_HS.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USDA<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kentucky falls within the USDA hardiness zones 6b to 7b, depending on the region. Understanding <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/kentucky-planting-zones\/\">Kentucky planting zones<\/a> is essential for selecting plants that will thrive in your local climate.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"24-what-are-the-most-common-weeds-in-kentucky\"><span id=\"what-are-the-most-common-weeds-in-kentucky\">What are the most common weeds in Kentucky?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are many weeds that annoy homeowners looking for a pristine lawn in Kentucky. Some of the most common include:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Dandelion<\/li>    <li>Crabgrass<\/li>    <li>White clover<\/li>    <li>Common chickweed<\/li>    <li>Henbit<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, check out our guide &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/common-weeds-kentucky\/\">Most Common Weeds in Kentucky Lawns<\/a>.&#8221;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"25-when-to-call-a-professional\"><span id=\"when-to-call-a-professional\">When to call a professional<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Building a landscape with native plants has numerous benefits, from supporting local wildlife to creating a low-maintenance garden. However, it might not be the easiest task. To ensure your native plants thrive and your garden looks its best, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/kentucky\">calling a local pro<\/a> to help you.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-a47d675b-c969-4b1a-a763-fe6862ef8ea1\" 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-dd125912-c824-4a64-a3aa-6835be5e4958\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-a47d675b-c969-4b1a-a763-fe6862ef8ea1\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-a47d675b-c969-4b1a-a763-fe6862ef8ea1\" 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-a47d675b-c969-4b1a-a763-fe6862ef8ea1\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/native-plants\/kentucky\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gardenia<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kynativeplants.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kentucky Native Plants Project<\/a>\u00a0<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/mmmavocado\/3757121318\/in\/photolist-6J1egL-6J1cx5-6HW9s8-6HW68K-87v6yj-87v6WE-87yERH-87v53U-oucWEM-gWwXZN-osRTfy-axuDry-87v5ty-ouhSQf-dg4Ad3-ocZkbE-bttEaU-oBeth9-2mG7WZV-omfmFM-2k9WGLo-2mG3Hk4-ouhSeW-2nkjzv9-oXgHaP-orSxYV-ct9cws-ouhW5w-p85aFz-U3P8ev-6WNDAi-crLXVy-87rRaa-bGos8e-pLDNWv-8GtcDW-bGot3n-bttF5N-bttDy9-bttFPh-bttGD5-bttFs9-bGosTc-bttCkJ-bGorZM-bttGnW-bttDZy-bGoqYR-bttFzW-bGorfB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Malcolm Manners<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover the best Kentucky native plants to enhance your landscape with local beauty, such as the Eastern redbud and black-eyed Susan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":66,"featured_media":25283,"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":[208],"tags":[132,222,569],"class_list":["post-25253","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-kentucky","tag-gardening","tag-landscaping","tag-lawn-care-ky"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/rosa-carolina-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\/25253","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=25253"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25253\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":40074,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25253\/revisions\/40074"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25283"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25253"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25253"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25253"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}