{"title":"Non-Native All-Stars","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-2 whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \"Non-Native All-Star Team\", introduced species that thrive (in the right conditions) and support the local biodiversity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eThese are the non-native plants we most commonly use in our garden designs that are \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eboth pollinator‑friendly and well‑suited to thrive in the Southern British Columbia climate:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"black-eyed-susans-rudbeckia-triloba","title":"Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia Hirta)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative to North America. Bright yellow daisy-like flower heads. Tolerant to poor, gravely soils, heat and drought resistant. Cultivated varieties include oranges and reds. Attractive to butterflies, bumble bees and solitary bees. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis plant has been used by a number of First Nations as a medicinal poultice to treat a number of infections, including cold and flu.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51517492396088,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/black-eyed-susan-rudbeckia-pixabay_12719.jpg?v=1761945908"},{"product_id":"yarrow-achillea-millefolium","title":"Western Yarrow (Achillea millefolium occidentalis)","description":"A hardy, drought-tolerant perennial herb with feathery leaves and flat-topped clusters of small flowers, historically used in traditional medicine for wound healing and fevers, and now popular in gardens for attracting pollinators and for its ornamental value in fresh or dried arrangements. It's native to temperate Northern Hemisphere regions and comes in various colors, though its uses also include folklore, soil improvement, and as a pest-deterring companion plant.","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51517492461624,"sku":null,"price":0.01,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/0002220_yarrow-achillea-millefolium.jpg?v=1762200617"},{"product_id":"purple-coneflower-echinacea-purpurea","title":"Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA long blooming mid-summer flower from July to October. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis plant is a prairie species that is adaptable to drought, heat, humidity, and poor soils. It has a daisy-like purple flower that blooms throughout the summer. In the winter, the cones in the flower head attract a variety of birds that feed on its seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51520173375544,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/cropPURP0503PurpleConeflower_EchinaceaPurpurea.webp?v=1756944508"},{"product_id":"lavender-lavendula","title":"Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eFrost hardy. From early to late summer, long-stalked spikes with small, fragrant violet flowers rise above narrow gray-green leaves. Long flowering perennial. Different varieties flower at different times. Prefers well-drained soil. Full sun. Highly attractive to all pollinators.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 to 3 feet (30-90cm)\u003csmall class=\"ywtxn\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LMZ06 eyebrow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers: \u003c\/strong\u003e Purple\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBloom Season\u003c\/strong\u003e June to July \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSun: \u003c\/b\u003eFull Sun (6 to 8 hours a day). Can tolerate Partial Shade esp in hotter climates \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil: \u003c\/b\u003eDry to Medium Dry (well-drained soil sandy or gravelly soil). Does not like wet or mucky soil. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePollinators:\u003c\/b\u003e Bees, butterflies\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51520173408312,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/Lavendar.jpg?v=1756944813"},{"product_id":"sea-holly-eryngium","title":"Sea Holly (Eryngium spp.)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eBiennials and perennials, thistle-like, blue to lavender-blue flowers mid to late summer. Best in well-drained soil and full sun. Excellent in landscaped borders. Different varieties, all are highly attractive to bees\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 to 7 feet tall \u003csmall class=\"ywtxn\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LMZ06 eyebrow\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers: \u003c\/strong\u003ePurple\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBloom Season\u003c\/strong\u003e June to August, but sometimes even until September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSun: \u003c\/b\u003eFull Sun (at least 6 to 8 hours a day). \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoil: \u003c\/b\u003eDry\u003cb\u003e, \u003c\/b\u003eMedium Dry (well-drained soil).\u003cem\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis drought tolerant perennial thrives in sandy, well drained soil. Ideally soil that remains dry in the winter. \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePollinators:\u003c\/b\u003e Bees, butterflies\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51520728727608,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/1SeaHolly.png?v=1757029342"},{"product_id":"russian-sage-perovskia-atriplicifolia-salvia-yangi","title":"Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia \/ Salvia yangii)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gmi-about\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiligran Russian sage is a clump-forming woody perennial that emits a musky, somewhat sage-like aroma. It has small, lavender-blue flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The foliage is fine textured and pale green-silver in color. It is a tough plant that is resistant to drought, heat, pests, poor soils, deer, and rabbits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmi-selecting mb-last-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen selecting non-invasive plants for your garden, be sure to look for those that are suitable for your location, including moisture requirements, hardiness zone, and avoidance of known bear attractants among other factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51543044915256,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/Russian-Sage.webp?v=1765429530"},{"product_id":"catmint-nepeta-sp","title":"Catmint (Nepeta sp.)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerennial forms mounds of grayish green leaves with spikes of small lavender-blue flowers from early summer to fall. Highly attractive nectar source of all pollinators and hummingbirds. Frost tolerant. Easily propagated through cuttings. Low maintenance, ideal for borders and edges of farm fields.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51543045013560,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/catmint.jpg?v=1761163553"},{"product_id":"meadow-sage-salvia-nemorosa-caradonna","title":"'Caradonna' Meadow Sage (Salvia nemorosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNON - NATIVE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTough, non-invasive, modern cultivars are great for mid-zone edges in rain gardens. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51543045668920,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/shutterstock_438218533.jpg?v=1765429578"},{"product_id":"bigroot-geranium-geranium-macrorrhizum","title":"Bigroot Geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA low-maintenance, perennial groundcover known for its fragrant, deeply-lobed leaves and vibrant pink to magenta flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Attracts all pollinators throughout early summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIt is a non-native, hardy perennial that is widely cultivated in gardens for ground cover and is considered a garden favorite for its drought tolerance and ability to suppress weeds. \u003cem\u003eNote: Non-invasive but sometimes confused with the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003etruly invasive Shiny Geranium (Geranium lucidum).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51545124307000,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/GERANIUMMACRORRHIZUM_INGWERSEN_SVARIETY.webp?v=1762802925"},{"product_id":"hyssop-hyssopus-officinalis","title":"Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Member of the mint family with aromatic, narrow leaves. Small, scented \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epink to blue\/purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflowers appear in mid-summer to fall which are highly attractive to bees. Produces large amount of seed which attracts birds in winter. Self seeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotes: T\u003cspan data-huuid=\"8519587656605117888\"\u003eraditional hyssop \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"8519587656605117888\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"M5tQyf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is not native to BC, but several \u003ca data-hveid=\"CAQQAg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?sca_esv=d9f24a9a5aa894d8\u0026amp;cs=0\u0026amp;q=Agastache\u0026amp;sa=X\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNhOHavLiQAxWFPDQIHQRpLMsQxccNegQIBBAC\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfBDACisFjRvmuAB6CaWuIDZa28FGMi4XGBIXcTKeFUcgmGlSCjhy4yrPJASvCYcTRNfa1UqtMAaXNhNY3H3jz-glY-y9GK-JTRzqczzGEC_4Q49YSI7ll8KNhqvBPHzJ6SCV9WBL39lgEWMj-KUvcy9qMUIxZzLXtBoPKWTgSHVAGY0xQ8wC7Or4ccKYwsfhXvr\u0026amp;csui=3\" class=\"DTlJ6d\"\u003eAgastache\u003c\/a\u003e species, commonly called giant hyssop or anise hyssop, are native to the province. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"8519587656605114561\"\u003eThese include Agastache foeniculum (anise hyssop), which is native to much of Canada, including parts of BC, and \u003ca data-hveid=\"CAMQAQ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?sca_esv=d9f24a9a5aa894d8\u0026amp;cs=0\u0026amp;q=Agastache+urticifolia\u0026amp;sa=X\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjNhOHavLiQAxWFPDQIHQRpLMsQxccNegQIAxAB\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfBDACisFjRvmuAB6CaWuIDZa28FGMi4XGBIXcTKeFUcgmGlSCjhy4yrPJASvCYcTRNfa1UqtMAaXNhNY3H3jz-glY-y9GK-JTRzqczzGEC_4Q49YSI7ll8KNhqvBPHzJ6SCV9WBL39lgEWMj-KUvcy9qMUIxZzLXtBoPKWTgSHVAGY0xQ8wC7Or4ccKYwsfhXvr\u0026amp;csui=3\" class=\"DTlJ6d\"\u003eAgastache urticifolia\u003c\/a\u003e (nettle-leaved giant hyssop), which is found in the interior of southern BC. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51545124372536,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/hyssop.webp?v=1761682779"},{"product_id":"fuschia-fuchsia-magellanica","title":"Fuschia (Fuchsia magellanica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive perennial. Only select frost hardy varieties. Attractive nectar source to bees and hummingbirds. Long blooming period. Needs pruning. Excellent for borders and hedges in gardens and along farm fields.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Al\u003cspan data-huuid=\"12851879776341501972\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003el fuchsias are native to regions like Central and South America, New Zealand, and Mexico.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"12851879776341503595\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, many species are well-adapted to BC's climate, particularly the \"hardy\" varieties that can survive mild winters and are commonly planted in gardens throughout the province.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51545124470840,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/Fuchsia-magellanica-var-gracilis-Hardy-Fuchsia.jpg?v=1761684685"},{"product_id":"hyssop-hyssopus-officinalis-copy","title":"Onion, Chives, Garlic (Allium spp)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllium spp. Perennial. Wide variety of edible and ornamental onions. Most are highly attractive to pollinators when in bloom from May to July.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51545124503608,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/how-to-grow-alliums-ornamental-onions-1402878-03-0bbf1235537a4cc2ab3de809a259e3b9.jpg?v=1768515519"},{"product_id":"swamp-milkweed-asclepias-incarnata","title":"Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata)","description":"","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51561647505464,"sku":null,"price":0.01,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/FL3878-Swamp-Milkweed-seeds_x640_crop_center_ad47b00a-cb12-48f8-8fc6-f345ac3237d4.webp?v=1762709704"},{"product_id":"autumn-joy-sedum","title":"Sedum 'Autumn Joy' (Hylotelephium herbstfreude)","description":"","brand":"BC Native Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51577488998456,"sku":null,"price":0.01,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/How-to-Grow-Autumn-Joy-Feature.jpg?v=1765429190"},{"product_id":"german-statice-goniolimon-tataricum","title":"German Statice (Goniolimon tataricum)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"gmi-about\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman statice is an herbaceous perennial growing to 50 cm in height and is known for its architectural interest and masses of beautiful, dried flower heads, often used for flower arrangements. Depending on the cultivar, it blooms white, light blue, pink or purple flowers between July and August. This plant requires full sun exposure and well-drained soils. German statice is drought-tolerant – a good choice for hot, dry areas and xeriscape gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmi-selecting mb-last-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen selecting non-invasive plants for your garden, be sure to look for those that are suitable for your location, including moisture requirements, hardiness zone, and avoidance of known bear attractants among other factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plant Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51591034011704,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/German-Statice_Goniolimon-tataricum_Dreamstime-600x400_jpg.webp?v=1767732751"},{"product_id":"sea-lavender-limonium-latifolium","title":"Sea Lavender (Limonium latifolium)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea lavender is an herbaceous perennial popular in cut flower arrangements for its dramatic display of small flowers. 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This plant grows to 75 cm tall and 70 cm wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BC Native Plant Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51591034208312,"sku":null,"price":1.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/Sea-Lavender_-Limonium-latifolium_Dreamstime_com_-600x400_jpg.webp?v=1767733156"},{"product_id":"oakleaf-hydrangea-hydrangea-quercifolia","title":"Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia)","description":"","brand":"BC Native Plant Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51601350230072,"sku":null,"price":0.01,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/7960\/8376\/files\/Oakleaf-H.webp?v=1769023163"}],"url":"https:\/\/westcoastgardens.co\/collections\/non-native-all-stars.oembed","provider":"Westcoast Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}