Uvularia grandiflora-Merrybells May structural presence in the shade

structural presence in the shade garden

more delicate bloom that results in a showier floral display

providing year-round interest

while its leaves are entirely impervious to rabbit and deer grazing due to the toxic sap contained within

it is sometimes confused with a shrub but is in fact a true herbaceous perennial that dies back in the winter and emerges from the ground anew each spring

Uvularia grandiflora-Merrybells May structural presence in the shadeMerrybells are among the first natives to emerge in the spring, delighting viewers with beautiful evidence that winter has finally gone. A cluster of shoots push up through the ground and bear delicate leaves and flowers with a unique nodding posture, arching gracefully towards the ground. The flowers have long, pale yellow petals that twist and flare slightly, calling to mind a billowy skirt mid spin. Pollinators, especially native solitary bees,