Barbara’s Buttons
Marshallia grandiflora
We don’t know who Barbara is, but she sure got lucky when someone named this plant after her. The flowers of Barbara’s buttons emerge in summer and dazzle with their unique, frilly texture and pastel hues. A perfect little package of plant goodness, this tidy charmer should be a staple in our gardens. This is an endangered plant in Pennsylvania.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade; moist soil
Size: 2′ tall
Zone: 5 – 9
Wildlife Value: Flowers attract bumblebees and butterflies
