Sculptural, slightly tropical looking and a boon to wildlife, Spotted Joe Pye Weed is a gotta-have plant in many parts of the U.S.

Cup plant provides structure, cover, food and water to help attract and sustain wildlife in the eastern North American garden

Branch out from typical nursery fare, with lesser-known Rudbeckia species that have delightfully unexpected features

Create a pollinator feeding ground with this cheery, fuss-free goldenrod, formerly known as Solidago rigida, native to much of the U.S.

Oodles of bright blossoms and an easygoing nature make this woodland plant a welcome addition to a shady garden

You probably know about the lower maintenance. But native plants' other benefits go far beyond a little less watering and weeding

Rare plants, rain gardens and wildlife habitats are just a few of the features showcased on the 2016 Theodore Payne Native Plant Garden Tour

Quit cringing. This not-weed plant is a sight to behold in the garden, has a delicious vanilla scent and is a magnet for butterflies

Protect your privacy and keep deer at bay with a planting trio that turns a problem garden area into a highlight

Prolific purple blooms, fragrant leaves, and cold-hardiness makes this a go-to plant for almost any garden