Aralia californica, Elk Clover summer water Lavender orchid-like flowers are freckled

Lavender orchid-like flowers are freckled with purple

four-inch white blooms cover this elegant tree from early to mid-summer

short-needled

With age it becomes ever more floriferous — have patience for ample rewards

then catch fire in shades of yellow

Aralia californica, Elk Clover summer water Lavender orchid-like flowers are freckledOur Oregon native Aralia. This herbaceous perennial has an eye catching, equatorial air about it due to its large compound leaves and clumping habit. In summer, charming umbels of orb like white flowers form a fireworks display suspended 2 ft above the foliage. The show continues into the fall as ornate obsidian berries develop. Be sure to provide adequate summer water and rich soil to ensure flourishing. Perfect for planting along the banks of