Also known as Thimbleberry, this perennial shrub produces 3 to 5 foot long thorny stems. It is commonly found in large colonies, blooming white flowers in May and June, and producing dark, purple-black fruit in the late summer. This plant can grow in full sun to shade, in dry, moist, and gravelly soils. It provides a source of food for birds and mammals, and nesting materials for native bees.
These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services
In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.
Local and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.
NHB/166, Washington, DC 20560
P.O. Box 4877, Silver Spring, MD 20914
Find local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.
743 West Central Avenue, Davidsonville, MD 21035
(410) 798-5000
370 Shore Acres Road, Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 766-2212
201 Boundary Lane, St. Michaels, MD 21663
(410) 745-9620
9640 Rosaryville Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(202) 262-9773
30104 Dover Road, Easton, MD 21601
(410) 822-1320
12610 Eveland Road, Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 634-2847
3621 Church Hill Road, Churchill, MD 21623
(410) 556-6010
7500 Marshy Point Road, Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 529-0552
7838 Babikow Road, Baltimore, MD 21237
(410) 391-4200
6131 Hillen Road, Baltimore, MD 21239
(844) 756-8688
2901 Kuntz Road, Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 496-2523
1820 Cromwell Bridge Road, Baltimore, MD 21234
(410) 324-4053
1820 Cromwell Bridge Road, Baltimore, MD 21234
(410) 823-1335
14590 Triadelphia Mill Road, Dayton, MD 21036
(301) 596-9818
3424 Gallagher Rd, Preston, MD 21655
(800) 873-3763
6845 Sunshine Avenue, Kingsville, MD 21087
(410) 592-8077
4809 Long Green Road, Glen Arm, MD 21057
(410) 592-6766
6815 Rt. 108, Laytonsville, MD 20882
(301) 944-1190
14812 Jarretsville Pike, Monkton, MD 21111
(410) 667-9453
2740 Greene Lane, Baldwin, MD 21013
(800) 498-1560
Shop trusted online vendors for your home or wholesale project. Many offer shipping across regions, so check availability and delivery timelines before ordering.
7500 Marshy Point Road, Middle River, MD 21220
410-696-1372
3400 Lowman Lane, Union Bridge, MD 21791
(410) 775-7700
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Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
Bird-friendly landscaping provides food, saves water, and fights climate change.
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