I readily admit I'm a sucker for lists of this kind. I read Dr. Jull's list a few months ago and found it interesting, but there's some questionable stuff. Callery Pear is on the preferred list for small street trees. That seemed kind of odd. I'm probably sounding like a crank at this point, but she cuts an awfully broad swath by implying that an entire genus should never be planted in the midwest. An example would be sorbus, many of which can be spectacular in the right spot. Still, it sure is fun poking through these lists. :)

As far as hardy, Sarracenia purpurea. http://www.sarracenia.com/faq/faq5538.html I will also add for indoors, Mexican butterworts, D. Adelae sundews

Hi, Ohio Valley-ers! http://cincinnatibirds.com/mwnp/ I am wondering if anyone here plans to attend the Native Plant conference in Dayton starting Thursday evening? (see link above) I understand they are offering a reduced price of $130 for all three days or you can sign up for single sessions (I think)for as little as $25. I would like to hear Judy Burris speak on Butterfly Gardening. And also the sessions about how to plant a wildflower garden on your property. So, is anyone planning to attend? Maybe we can meet up if its not to late for sign-ups? Here is a link that might be useful: Midwest Native Plant Conference 2009 info

Saturday, May 23 9 AM-Noon Concordia University, 12800 Lake Shore Drive, Mequon, WI Over 10,000 rare, unusual, hard to find and cold weather hardy herbs, heirlooms, and roses. A wide selection of locally grown heirloom tomatoes and vegetables. Visit: ozaukeemastergardeners.org for information