Baptisia arachnifera NOT OUTSIDE NC Hardy Orchids as roots must be spread

as roots must be spread horizontally just below the soil surface and not stuck deep in the ground as is the case with virtually all other plants

and tolerates plenty of sun

Peltandra virginica resembles a 3' tall xanthosoma-type elephant ear

Osmunda spectabilis

Baptisia arachnifera NOT OUTSIDE NC Hardy Orchids as roots must be spreadBaptisia arachnifera is the most unique member of the genus. Each 2' tall x 5' wide clump is adorned with clasping, silvery grey, eucalyptus like, hairy leaves. Baptisia arachnifera is a compact grower for a special spot in the rock garden and is topped with short terminal spikes of yellow flowers, starting for us in early July long after most other baptisias have finished flowering. Baptisia arachnifera is also late to emerge in spring, so don't get