2026
Native plant spring collection
Curated by Mackenzie Younger
Inspiring native plants for meaningful landscapes
‘Cherokee Princess’ dogwood
Great fall color *host plant *red berries
An iconic native tree with white spring flowers, ‘Cherokee Princess’ dogwood has red berries loved by songbirds, and rich burgundy fall color. Thrives in full sun to part shade and serves as a host plant for the Spring Azure butterfly.
Spring flowering trees
Bloom period: May-June
Spring flowering trees are among the earliest and most rewarding native plants to bloom, marking the transition from winter to spring with vibrant flowers and seasonal interest. These small native trees provide reliable annual blooms, support pollinators, and add structure and beauty to the landscape. Well suited to full sun or part shade, their manageable size makes them ideal for home gardens, front yards, and mixed plantings throughout the Hudson Valley and New York City.
‘Cherokee Princess’ dogwood
Great fall color *host plant *red berries
An iconic native tree with white spring flowers, ‘Cherokee Princess’ dogwood has red berries loved by songbirds, and rich burgundy fall color. Thrives in full sun to part shade and serves as a host plant for the Spring Azure butterfly.
‘Flame Thrower’ Redbud
Colorfull foliage *pink spring flowers
‘Flame Thrower’ Eastern redbud features explosive foliage in shades of orange, red, and yellow—especially vibrant on new spring growth after flowering. Early spring pink blooms and bold leaf color make this tree a standout in any garden.
‘Forest Pansy’ Redbud
Colorfull foliage *pink spring flowers
‘Forest Pansy’ Eastern redbud features rich burgundy foliage following its early spring pink flowers. This dark-leaved tree adds depth to the landscape and provides striking contrast against the sea of green found in many gardens.
First to bloom *host plant *berries *fall color
Pollinator magnet *host plant
Colorful foliage *host plant *berries
Great fall color
Mackenzie has designed several new items for 2026 inspired by native spring flowering trees. One of his favorite species, flowering dogwood (Cornus florida), lends itself beautifully to patterned designs for apparel and dish towels.
The framed poster shown below was designed by Mackenzie Younger using AI and is available in a variety of sizes and frame options—perfect for bringing the feeling of spring indoors all year round.
Spring flowering trees inspired items
Spring flowering shrubs
Bloom period: April-May-June
Even while snow still lingers in the mountains, Mackenzie often recommends designing gardens with a progression of blooms—so that as one plant finishes flowering, another begins. This approach creates continuous seasonal interest and a more dynamic landscape.
The native flowering shrubs below provide color from early spring through late spring, while also adding structure, supporting pollinators, and creating valuable habitat for wildlife.
First to bloom
Late spring–blooming native shrubs
Great fall color
Early spring–blooming native shrubs
Berries birds love
Great fall color
Spring flowering perennials
For shady gardens
Bloom period: April-May-June
First to bloom
Berries birds love
Native plants look best planted in groups.
This spring, we’re offering curated sets of 12 quart-size native plants—an easy way to create bold, beautiful plantings at an accessible price.
Set of 12 plants
Berries birds love
Spring flowering perennials
For sunny gardens
Bloom period: May-June
First to bloom
12 Packs for sun gardens
