Rhododendron macrophyllum. Pacific Rhododendron
Rhododendron macrophyllum. Pacific rhododendron Rhododendron macrophyllum, commonly known as the Pacific Rhododendron, is a captivating evergreen shrub native to the western regions of North America, primarily from California to British Columbia. Distinguished by its large, glossy, elliptical leaves, this rhododendron species offers year-round visual interest, even when not in bloom. Between late spring and early […]
Ribes divaricatum. Black Gooseberry
Ribes divaricatum. Black Gooseberry Ribes divaricatum, commonly known as the Black Gooseberry, is a native shrub found predominantly in the cooler regions of North America’s west coast. With a sprawling growth habit, this deciduous plant reaches heights of 3 to 6 feet and is characterized by its spiky, robust stems and 3-lobed, serrated leaves showcase […]
Vaccinium Caespitosum. Dwarf Bilberry
Vaccinium Caespitosum. Dwarf bilberry. Vaccinium caespitosum, commonly known as the Dwarf Bilberry, is a low-growing, deciduous shrub belonging to the heath family, Ericaceae. Typically reaching a modest height of 10 to 30 centimeters, it thrives in the cooler climates of North America’s montane and alpine regions. Characterized by its thin, wiry stems and small, leathery […]
Ribes Bracteosum. Stink Currant
Ribes Bracteosum. Stink currant The Ribes bracteosum, commonly known as Stink Currant, is a deciduous shrub that tends to grow in moist, forested regions, especially along the western coast of North America. Often reaching heights of up to 6 feet, this bushy plant sports arching branches laden with large, palmate leaves that are prominently veined […]
Taxus Brevifolia
Taxus Brevifolia. Pacific yew. Taxus brevifolia, also known as the Pacific yew, is a small to medium-sized coniferous tree native to the moist forests of the Pacific Northwest region of North America. Its unique elegance is characterized by its slender trunk, peeling reddish-brown bark, and needle-like leaves, which are dark green and arranged spirally, often […]
Symphoricarpos albus. Snowberry.
Symphoricarpos albus. Snowberry. Symphoricarpos albus, known as Snowberry, is a deciduous shrub native to North America. Its dense, arching branches stand about 1 to 2 meters tall, adorned with simple, opposite leaves with a delicate green hue. The shrub’s most striking feature is its clusters of pearly, white berries, which emerge in late summer and […]
Ribes Sanguineum. Red-Flowering Currant.
Ribes Sanguineum. Red-Flowering Currant. Description Ribes sanguineum, or the red-flowering currant, is a vibrant and deciduous shrub endemic to the western coast of the United States, adorning the landscape with its intricate blossoms. This resilient species exhibits vertically arranged branches, growing to an average height of 6 to 10 feet, cloaked in textured, three-lobed leaves […]
Spiraea douglasii. Douglas’s spirea.
Spiraea douglasii. Douglas’s spirea. Spiraea douglasii, commonly known as Douglas’s spirea, is a captivating perennial shrub native to the Pacific Northwest of North America. Displaying a lush, dense growth, this shrub reaches heights of 4 to 6 feet and spreads out with gracefully arching branches clothed in lanceolate, dark green leaves that turn vibrant shades […]
Rosa nutkana. Nootka rose.
Rosa nutkana. Nootka rose. The Rosa nutkana, colloquially known as the Nootka rose, is a deciduous shrub heralding predominantly from the Pacific Northwest, with a notable presence in moist soils near water sources. Characterized by its elegant simplicity, this rose species bears single-layered blooms, exhibiting petals of a vibrant pink hue, starkly contrasting to its […]
Sorbus Sitchensis. Sitka Mountain-Ash.
Sorbus sitchensis. Sitka mountain-ash. Sorbus sitchensis, commonly known as Sitka mountain-ash, is a captivating deciduous shrub native to the cool, moist forests of North America’s Pacific Northwest. Characterized by its gracefully arching branches, this plant typically stands at a height of 1 to 4 meters, displaying compound leaves made up of numerous small, serrated leaflets […]