Saururus cernuus Hertford Streaker Groundcovers coming into growth and bloom

coming into growth and bloom early in the year when it can make use of the sunlight before the canopy trees leaf out

Each 2' wide vigorous clump of Hosta 'Eternal Flame' is topped by 15" tall spikes of light lavender flowers in midsummer

Royal catchfly has high shock value in the perennial border and is a favorite of hummingbirds

makes a 5" tall x 1' wide woodland groundcover

Saururus cernuus Hertford Streaker Groundcovers coming into growth and bloomSaururus cernuus is a North American native perennial, found in swampy bogs from Canada south to Texas and, although quite beautiful, it can be an aggressive spreader. I was thrilled to receive this much more controlled, variegated form, from our friend, local naturalist Jesse Perry, who discovered it Hertford, NC. Plant Delights JLBG were pleased to subsequently introduce Saururus cernuus 'Hertford Streaker' in 2014. It's right at home in moist