American Skullcap | Scutellaria lateriflora tree The long silver-green leaves catch

The long silver-green leaves catch the light beautifully and the catkins are among the earliest pollen sources available to bees coming out of winter

tolerates lean

prune it annually

making it much safer for home landscapes and walkways

Reishi Mushroom* (Ganoderma Lucidum)

American Skullcap | Scutellaria lateriflora tree The long silver-green leaves catchSkullcap is a graceful native perennial that tucks beautifully into shaded corners of the food forest or herbal garden, producing delicate spikes of violet blue flowers along its stems throughout summer. One of the most valued herbs in the North American botanical tradition, Skullcap has been used for centuries to support the nervous system. It asks for very little in return: a bit of shade, consistent moisture, and room to spread into gentle colonies