Discovering New Plants

Discovering new or unusual plants is one of the great joys of gardening, and master gardener Paul James is always on the lookout for anything new. Here are some of his plant finds:

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Hide CaptionShow CaptionThese plants are grown for their attractive foliage and stately flower spikes.

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These plants are grown for their attractive foliage and stately flower spikes. They will grow to five feet and are hardy in Zones 5 and 6. They prefer rich, humusy soil and a shady site. They also need a steady supply of moisture. They make a great bog plant, because they actually enjoy wet feet.

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