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Good Host Plants: Your Go-To Source for Native Perennial Wildflowers

Good Host Plants is a Philadelphia-based native plant nursery that specializes in selling perennial wildflowers native to the mid-Atlantic region. Our mission is to provide home gardeners, schools, and restoration projects with high-quality plants that are not only beautiful but also beneficial for the environment.

At Good Host Plants, we believe that using native plants in landscaping and gardening is essential for preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainability. Native plants are adapted to local conditions and require less water, fertilizer, and pesticides than non-native species. They also provide food and habitat for pollinators such as bees, butterflies, birds, and other wildlife.

Our selection of perennial wildflowers includes a wide variety of species that thrive in different soil types, light conditions, moisture levels, and temperatures. We grow our plants from seeds or cuttings collected from local populations or reputable sources to ensure genetic diversity and ecological integrity.

Some of our most popular species include:

- Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta): A cheerful yellow flower with dark centers that blooms from summer to fall.

- Butterfly weed (Asclepias tuberosa): A bright orange flower that attracts monarch butterflies.

- Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea): A pink or purple flower with spiky petals that blooms from early summer to fall.

- Goldenrod (Solidago spp.): A yellow flower with feathery foliage that blooms in late summer or fall.

- Joe-Pye weed (Eutrochium spp.): A tall pink or white flower with fragrant leaves that blooms in late summer or fall.

- Milkweed (Asclepias spp.): A white or pinkish-purple flower with milky sap that attracts monarch butterflies.

We also offer other types of native plants such as grasses, ferns, shrubs, trees, vines, bulbs,and herbs. Our knowledgeable staff can help you choose the right plants for your site and provide advice on planting, maintenance, and pest control.

In addition to selling plants, we also offer educational programs and services such as workshops, tours, consultations, and design services. We collaborate with schools, community groups, nonprofits,and government agencies to promote environmental education and conservation.

At Good Host Plants, we are committed to providing excellent customer service and promoting sustainable practices. We use organic methods of growing our plants without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. We also recycle our pots and trays or donate them to other nurseries or gardeners.

If you are looking for native perennial wildflowers that are beautiful, beneficial,and easy to grow in your garden or landscape project, visit Good Host Plants today! Our online store is open year-round,and our physical location is open from April through October. You can also follow us on social media or sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about new arrivals,sales,and events. Thank you for supporting local businesses that care about the environment!