Plants in genus uvularia
Uvularia grandiflora
Uvularia grandiflora is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial native to North America, known for its large yellow bell-shaped flowers. It blooms in mid- to late spring and has pendent leaves that are hairy on the undersides. This plant is adaptable to a wide range of soil and moisture conditions and is used by various Native American tribes for medicinal purposes.
Uvularia perfoliata
Uvularia perfoliata, native to eastern North America, is a perennial plant producing pale yellow flowers in spring. It features smooth, slender stems and obovate leaves that are perfoliate. This plant is often found in floodplain forests and is related to Solomon's seal. It is endangered in some states and typically goes dormant by late summer.
Uvularia sessilifolia
Uvularia sessilifolia is a native plant to eastern and central North America, growing in woodlands with wet or dry soils. It features strap-like leaves and yellow, narrowly bell-shaped flowers in spring. This plant spreads asexually by long underground stolons and is suitable for shaded woodland areas, adding a touch of native beauty to garden landscapes.
Uvularia sessilifolia 'Variegata'
Uvularia sessilifolia 'Variegata' is a woodland native plant with white-edged leaves and small yellow flowers in early spring. It grows to 8 inches tall and forms a 1-foot wide patch over five years, going dormant in summer.
Uvularia perfoliata 'Super Spreader'
Uvularia perfoliata 'Super Spreader' is a deciduous spring-blooming perennial native to North America, particularly from Vermont to Florida. It forms a dense mat with wiry, dusty purple stalks and oval green leaves. In early April, light yellow flowers emerge from the tip of each stalk, adding a delicate touch to woodland gardens. This plant thrives in average to dry woodland conditions and spreads to 6 feet wide over 20 years. 'Super Spreader' is a low-maintenance choice for shade gardens, providing ground cover and seasonal interest.
Uvularia perfoliata 'Jingle Bells'
Uvularia perfoliata 'Jingle Bells' is an East Coast native plant with 8-inch tall stalks and perfoliate green leaves with a creamy-white border. It produces small, light yellow flowers in early spring and goes dormant by midsummer. This plant is suitable for cottage and fairy gardens.
Uvularia sessilifolia 'Cobblewood Gold'
Uvularia sessilifolia 'Cobblewood Gold' is a perennial native to western Massachusetts, emerging from a short rhizome. It features 8-inch tall stems with small green leaves bordered in gold and produces small yellow bell-shaped flowers in early spring. This plant forms a 2-foot wide mass over ten years and is ideal for woodland gardens.
Uvularia sessilifolia 'Blizzard'
Uvularia sessilifolia 'Blizzard' is a native plant of the US East Coast, forming a small patch with wiry stems and white-flecked leaves. It features small, yellow, bell-shaped flowers in early spring and can spread to a 2-foot wide mass over ten years.