Botrypus virginianus Lilium We usually don't use the

We usually don't use the word cute to describe a prickly pear cactus

especially where it can be viewed at close range

The vigorous clumps emerge in spring with 18" long flower spikes

but that's about it

and assorted nuts will be provided

Botrypus virginianus Lilium We usually don't use the(aka: Botrychium virginianum) We have had a love affair with the native rattlesnake fern, Botrypus virginianus, and over the decades have found them very easy to grow in the garden. Sadly, they are almost impossible to propagate, and subsequently are rarely commercialized, despite being native in virtually every continental state (apologies to Utah and New Mexico). A piece of property being developed near us had an extraordinarily large population