{"product_id":"dogbane","title":"Dogbane","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"11\"\u003eDogbane\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"13\" data-end=\"34\"\u003eApocynum cannabinum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"618\"\u003eDogbane, also known as Indian hemp, is a resilient native perennial found across much of North America. Often growing along field edges, prairies, streambanks, and open woodlands, it is one of the most ecologically valuable native plants for insects. While its clusters of fragrant white flowers attract a wide diversity of pollinators, its greatest contribution may be as a host plant for numerous moths and butterflies. Historically, Indigenous peoples valued dogbane for its exceptionally strong fibers, which were used to create cordage, fishing nets, bowstrings, and textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"643\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"690\"\u003eExceptional host plant for native insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eDogbane supports an impressive diversity of native wildlife, serving as a larval host plant for several moth species and the Dogbane Beetle (\u003cem data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eChrysochus auratus\u003c\/em\u003e), one of North America's most brilliantly metallic native insects. Its flowers also attract numerous native bees, wasps, butterflies, skippers, and beneficial predatory insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eImportant nectar source during midsummer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eThe fragrant white to pinkish flowers bloom during a period when many native pollinators are actively reproducing. The nectar attracts a remarkable range of insect species, making dogbane one of the most heavily visited native wildflowers in meadow ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eHistorically important fiber plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eThe stems contain some of the strongest natural fibers produced by native North American plants. Indigenous communities traditionally harvested and processed the bast fibers to make rope, fishing lines, nets, snares, sewing thread, and other durable materials. The species name \u003cem data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003ecannabinum\u003c\/em\u003e refers to its hemp-like fiber qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eExcellent for restoration and difficult sites\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003eDogbane develops deep rhizomes and thrives in a variety of conditions, including streambanks, roadsides, meadows, and disturbed soils. Its extensive root system helps stabilize soil and makes it useful for streambank restoration, prairie reconstruction, and naturalized meadow plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dqpqf3\" data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eNative range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most of North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yo2c91\" data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2143\"\u003ePlant life cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uyc4xq\" data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eSun requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"g50dxh\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry to medium-wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jjk10w\" data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wt1wrm\" data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June – August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xkl6ac\" data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White to pale pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dob6pk\" data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003eDogbane is best suited for naturalized plantings where it has room to spread through underground rhizomes. It excels in meadows, prairie restorations, streambank projects, and pollinator habitats. Because all parts of the plant contain toxic compounds, it is generally avoided by deer and livestock, making it a durable choice for challenging sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"2.5\" pot","offer_id":48345773015299,"sku":"PNA-15213","price":5.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quart","offer_id":48345774981379,"sku":"PNA-15214","price":11.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Dogbane.jpg?v=1780932483","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/dogbane","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}